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DA52 HCN

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

40,926 mi
Last recorded40,926 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 HCN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2017 40,926 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both front (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 31,156 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both front (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 31,154 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front (4.1.D.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both front (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 25,194 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 25,193 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nail in N/S front tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 20,554 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 15,225 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 15,223 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 11,812 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 7,665 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 4,202 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 3,552 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 3,014 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 2,515 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 5,112 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 2,010 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 1,480 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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DA52 HCN is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DA52 HCN, 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 DA52 HCN registered?

DA52 HCN is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 January 2003.

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