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DA52 MWV

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

60,540 mi
Last recorded60,540 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 60,540 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 59,441 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 57,099 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 55,313 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 52,911 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 50,034 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 29 Apr 2013 50,034 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 8 May 2012 45,285 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

spare tyre tread worn below legal limit

Pass 25 Feb 2011 42,481 miles

OFFSIDE REAR SIDE WALL CRACKING.

PLAY OFFSIDE FRONT TOP MOUNT.

Fail 23 Feb 2011 42,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

OFFSIDE REAR SIDE WALL CRACKING.

PLAY OFFSIDE FRONT TOP MOUNT.

Pass 17 Feb 2010 40,299 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 37,706 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 37,706 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2008 29,699 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 25,370 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 20,831 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 20,831 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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 MWV 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 76.5%.

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 MWV, 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 MWV registered?

DA52 MWV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 February 2003.

Is DA52 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 MWV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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