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DF52 JGX

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

74,192 mi
Last recorded74,192 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 JGX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 74,192 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

nearside rear tyre starting to perrish

Pass 9 Dec 2015 68,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre 3mm + perished

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front inner sill/floor small corrosion hole

Offside Front tyre 3mm + perished

Offside Front wheel arch corroded slightly and loose at bottom

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

battery insecure but unlikely to short or cause damage

corrosion around fuel flap

exhaust flexy mesh damaged

exhaust system corroded

front brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2014 68,059 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 68,059 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 67,484 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front sills inner and outer showing signs of corrosion

small amount of play in n/s track rod

various brake pipes have light corrosion

Pass 21 Jul 2012 66,140 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 66,140 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear seat belts not checked.( seats down)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 62,079 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 62,079 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2010 57,337 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 51,671 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 51,671 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 44,911 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 38,563 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 38,563 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 May 2006 29,429 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 JGX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DF52 JGX, 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 JGX registered?

DF52 JGX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 February 2003.

Is DF52 JGX safe to buy?

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