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DA53 KSU

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,431 mi
Last recorded55,431 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 KSU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 55,431 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 55,431 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER/OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 53,062 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 53,062 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 50,001 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 46,682 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 46,682 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 42,338 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 38,391 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 33,075 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 28,331 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 28,331 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,826 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 21,823 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 21,545 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 19,469 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 19,469 miles

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

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 16,896 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 14,601 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 11,455 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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DA53 KSU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DA53 KSU, 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 DA53 KSU registered?

DA53 KSU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is DA53 KSU safe to buy?

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