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FM52 OEC

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,651 mi
Last recorded74,651 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 OEC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 74,651 miles

Oil leak ()

front to rears heavily greased

Fail 9 Mar 2018 74,650 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush shocker top (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak ()

front to rears heavily greased

Pass 11 Mar 2017 70,133 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush both sides front bushes part of (2.4.G.2)

all of vehicles metal brake pipes greased & under sealed

Pass 10 Mar 2016 68,430 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

low braking effort on rears

oil residue around steering rack

Fail 1 Mar 2016 68,424 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wipers split

low braking effort on rears

Pass 11 Jan 2014 63,878 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)

Oil leak

offside outer sill at front weak & corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2013 58,186 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

rear view mirror missing

slight leak from steering rack,may require further investigation!

Fail 12 Jan 2013 58,182 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

rear view mirror missing

slight leak from steering rack,may require further investigation!

Pass 14 Jan 2012 51,776 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 7 Jan 2012 51,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 47,951 miles

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

both front wiper blades deteriorating

Fail 8 Jan 2010 43,021 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 43,021 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 36,480 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 35,206 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 35,206 miles

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 29,838 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 26,109 miles

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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FM52 OEC is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FM52 OEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM52 OEC?

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What year was FM52 OEC registered?

FM52 OEC is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is FM52 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 OEC shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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