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DN52 HWZ

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

70,281 mi
Last recorded70,281 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 HWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 70,281 miles

Front brake discs wearing thin on inner faces.

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion subframe mount (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion subframe mount (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 8 Sep 2017 70,281 miles

Front brake discs wearing thin on inner faces.

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion subframe mount (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion subframe mount (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (full length) (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 64,161 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 64,160 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 52,112 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2015 52,102 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 43,679 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 37,340 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 37,399 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 31,325 miles

Centre and rear exhaust corroded

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

Fail 11 Sep 2012 31,324 miles

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

Centre and rear exhaust corroded

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 30,119 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 28,595 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 27,024 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 25,361 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 23,745 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 22,353 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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DN52 HWZ is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue 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 DN52 HWZ, 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 DN52 HWZ registered?

DN52 HWZ is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is DN52 HWZ safe to buy?

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