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DE03 OSF

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

72,322 mi
Last recorded72,322 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 OSF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 72,322 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor chassis near sub frame mount (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner arch chassis (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner arch chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 66,888 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 61,610 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 61,606 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2016 61,237 miles

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded BOTH OUTER SILLS HOLED (2.4.A.3)

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

Body has slight corrosion UNDER CAR (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

ENGINE LIGHT ON

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 56,684 miles

both sills slightly corroded....eml on,

Fail 6 May 2015 56,684 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both sills slightly corroded....eml on,

Pass 1 May 2014 51,861 miles

Nearside Front Lower 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)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 May 2014 51,861 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower 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)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 46,605 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 46,605 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 41,469 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 41,469 miles

Offside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 35,707 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 29,835 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 24,180 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2009 24,180 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 19,433 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 13,676 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 7,864 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 7,864 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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DE03 OSF is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE03 OSF, 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 DE03 OSF registered?

DE03 OSF is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is DE03 OSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 OSF shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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