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AK53 DZA

2003 Ford Maverick

Blue Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

102,203 mi
Last recorded102,203 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Maverick72,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 DZA
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 102,203 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 102,203 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front and rear supports broken (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 98,456 miles

Condensation inside front headlamps

Corrosion at offside and nearside outer sill sections

Exhaust system corroded

Offside front abs ring cracked

Various corrosion around chassis

Fail 17 Aug 2016 98,435 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative All lamps (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Condensation inside front headlamps

Corrosion at offside and nearside outer sill sections

Exhaust system corroded

Offside front abs ring cracked

Various corrosion around chassis

Pass 28 Aug 2015 94,099 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 94,099 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 89,086 miles

all 4 tyres showing signs of wear on the edges

front and rear steel brake pipes greased

brake fluid level close to the minimum limit

Pass 15 Aug 2013 82,271 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 75,867 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 68,843 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 68,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 63,132 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 63,132 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 54,416 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 47,473 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 39,557 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 29,378 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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AK53 DZA is a 2003 Ford Maverick in Blue with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Ford Maverick models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 72,389 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 Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK53 DZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Maverick is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK53 DZA registered?

AK53 DZA is a 2003 Ford Maverick, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is AK53 DZA safe to buy?

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