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DA53 TYK

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,089 mi
Last recorded27,089 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 TYK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2017 27,089 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 27,086 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 25,665 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 24,026 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 22,288 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 20,707 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 18,982 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 17,181 miles

n/s side repeater lense is slightly loose

o/s/f brake hose is slightly deteriorated

o/s/r sill is corroded

rear coil springs are slightly corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2009 15,101 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 12,893 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 10,739 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 8,085 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 TYK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DA53 TYK, 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 DA53 TYK registered?

DA53 TYK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is DA53 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 TYK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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