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FE53 VXB

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

78,268 mi
Last recorded78,268 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 VXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 78,268 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2016 78,268 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 78,262 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

PAS pipes corroded

both front steel brake pipes corroded

both headlamps starting to discolour

front brake discs corroded

o/s outer sill in poor condition

o/s/f tyre tread worn on edges

under side of vehicle in poor condition

Pass 5 Aug 2015 72,370 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 72,370 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 66,185 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 66,185 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 60,636 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 60,636 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 58,724 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 55,131 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 55,131 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 46,213 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 38,770 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 38,770 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 28,399 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 21,132 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 21,132 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 13,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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FE53 VXB is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 47,451 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE53 VXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE53 VXB registered?

FE53 VXB is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is FE53 VXB safe to buy?

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