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ET03 GYG

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,343 mi
Last recorded65,343 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 GYG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2021 65,343 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor next to subframe bolt (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 62,074 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 62,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 58,021 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre starting to perish

nearside rear tyre feathered and unevenly worn

offside rear tyre starting to perish

some corrosion to bulk head near brake servo mounting - noticed from underneath vehicle

Fail 21 May 2019 58,021 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre starting to perish

nearside rear tyre feathered and unevenly worn

offside rear tyre starting to perish

some corrosion to bulk head near brake servo mounting - noticed from underneath vehicle

Pass 29 May 2018 55,389 miles

nearside front tyre starting to perish slightly

offside rear tyre starting to perish slightly

Pass 12 Jun 2017 52,882 miles

both rear suspension top mounts have some play

Pass 21 Jun 2016 51,639 miles

slight play offside and nearside rear suspension top mounts

Fail 20 Jun 2016 51,639 miles

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

corrosion to offside and nearside rear inner and outer sills

slight play offside and nearside rear suspension top mounts

Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,156 miles

nearside rear inner sill/wheel arch corroded

slight play in offside and nearside rear suspension top mounts

Pass 30 May 2014 48,532 miles

nearside front tyre starting to perish

oil mist around steering rack gaitors

play in offside front steering rack inner joint

slight play in offside and nearside rear suspension top mounts

Pass 30 May 2013 46,840 miles

nearside front tyre outer wall small cut

slight play in offside inner steering joint

Pass 11 Jun 2012 45,968 miles

offside front inner steering rack joint has slight play

Pass 14 Jun 2011 44,028 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 42,666 miles

front brake discs very lightly scored

front brake pads worn

nearside front inner steering rack joint has some play

nearside rear tyre starting to perish very slightly

Pass 8 Jun 2009 40,856 miles

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

front brake pads worn

Fail 8 Jun 2009 40,856 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

front brake pads worn

Pass 26 Jun 2008 39,450 miles

nearside front tyre low tread on edge

Pass 9 Jun 2007 30,893 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2007 30,893 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 21,621 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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ET03 GYG is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ET03 GYG, 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

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What year was ET03 GYG registered?

ET03 GYG is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is ET03 GYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET03 GYG shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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