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DF03 RVZ

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

82,488 mi
Last recorded82,488 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 RVZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 82,488 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 69,211 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 61,191 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 61,189 miles

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 57,468 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 33,449 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 49,068 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 44,525 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 44,517 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 40,768 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2010 40,768 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 35,735 miles

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

rear no/plate showing small cracks by fixing screws

Pass 31 Jul 2008 30,675 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,848 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 24,848 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 19,483 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 19,483 miles

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

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

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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DF03 RVZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DF03 RVZ, 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 DF03 RVZ registered?

DF03 RVZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is DF03 RVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 RVZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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