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CV53 DKN

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,728 mi
Last recorded81,728 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 DKN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 81,728 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 81,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 78,694 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 78,694 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 76,230 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 74,917 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 73,901 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 68,196 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 52,640 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,774 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 43,033 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 36,240 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 36,240 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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CV53 DKN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 CV53 DKN, 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 CV53 DKN registered?

CV53 DKN is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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