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DC03 FCV

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

33,843 mi
Last recorded33,843 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 FCV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 33,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 27,187 miles

Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

clutch slipping / steering wheel srs unit

Fail 17 Aug 2018 27,180 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 22,825 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 14,309 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 13,642 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 13,157 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 12,687 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 12,667 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 12,175 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 12,175 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 11,470 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 11,006 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2010 11,006 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 10,078 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 10,078 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 9,085 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 7,697 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 6,262 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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DC03 FCV is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DC03 FCV, 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 DC03 FCV registered?

DC03 FCV is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is DC03 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC03 FCV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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