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DA53 VWP

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,947 mi
Last recorded59,947 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 VWP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 59,947 miles

exhaust flex pipe poor, no leaks at this time

Pass 16 Sep 2017 55,169 miles

Front wishbone bushes poor

N/S/F brake flexi hose cracking

O/S/R tyre cracking in tread

Pass 23 Sep 2016 53,686 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 49,876 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 46,601 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 46,593 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 43,396 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2011 38,737 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 38,737 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 33,917 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 28,286 miles

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

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 20,764 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 15,858 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 12,077 miles

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

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

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

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 VWP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VWP, 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 VWP registered?

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

Is DA53 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 VWP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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