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DA03 ZCT

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,463 mi
Last recorded88,463 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 ZCT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2013 88,463 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 73,256 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 73,230 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2010 61,444 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 61,444 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 57,212 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 49,600 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 49,600 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 45,472 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 30,898 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 24,485 miles

Front Lower 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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DA03 ZCT is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DA03 ZCT, 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 DA03 ZCT registered?

DA03 ZCT is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is DA03 ZCT safe to buy?

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