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DF52 JFY

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,869 mi
Last recorded39,869 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 JFY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2018 39,869 miles

Advise front axle brake discs corroded.

Advise play in o,s rack end.

Pass 23 Mar 2017 33,042 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing area (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 32,997 miles

Headlamp aim too low both dipped beam (1.8)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember mounting area corroded to excess (2.4.A.3)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill beside rear axle mounting corroded to excess (2.4.A.3)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both n/s/front and o/s/front flexi brake hoses (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak ()

fuel cap filling area corroded

steering rack noisy in operation

vehicle has had extensive welding repairs to sills and floor panels

Pass 17 Mar 2016 26,492 miles

Interior mirror in-secure

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 23,381 miles

both front tyres cracking in between tread areas but not showing cords

Fail 27 Feb 2015 23,381 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

nsf outer sill area corrosion but outside of perscribed areas

both front tyres cracking in between tread areas but not showing cords

Pass 18 Jan 2014 21,361 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 20,840 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 20,051 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 20,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 19,211 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 17,616 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 16,693 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 14,504 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 12,165 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 9,728 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 7,613 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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DF52 JFY is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DF52 JFY, 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 DF52 JFY registered?

DF52 JFY is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is DF52 JFY safe to buy?

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