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DF03 RWL

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,228 mi
Last recorded68,228 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 RWL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 68,228 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

early corrosion to o/s and n/s outer sills

Fail 9 Feb 2015 68,228 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

early corrosion to o/s and n/s outer sills

Pass 5 Feb 2014 62,715 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 55,941 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 55,940 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 46,199 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 41,001 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 38,606 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 33,818 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 29,416 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 26,895 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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DF03 RWL is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RWL, 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 DF03 RWL registered?

DF03 RWL is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is DF03 RWL safe to buy?

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