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DA52 HHF

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,517 mi
Last recorded87,517 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 HHF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 87,517 miles

Inner sills are corroded

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear chassis legs are corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2017 81,142 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 71,420 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 69,241 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 69,227 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 65,996 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 60,010 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 23,297 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 53,287 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 45,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 39,317 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 34,162 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)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 29,002 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 25,325 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 19,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 HHF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HHF, 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 DA52 HHF registered?

DA52 HHF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is DA52 HHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 HHF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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