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DU53 CKE

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,790 mi
Last recorded94,790 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 CKE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2014 94,790 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Feb 2014 94,790 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 80,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 80,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 69,983 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES worn on inner edge

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N\S\R TYRE worn on outer edge

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

O\S\R BRAKE DRUM noisy when handbrake applied

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

SCREEN WASH bottle cap missing

Fail 28 Feb 2012 69,983 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES worn on inner edge

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N\S\R TYRE worn on outer edge

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O\S\R BRAKE DRUM noisy when handbrake applied

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

SCREEN WASH bottle cap missing

Pass 28 Feb 2011 62,273 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 62,273 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2010 53,256 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 40,532 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 36,185 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 24,318 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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DU53 CKE is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DU53 CKE, 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 DU53 CKE registered?

DU53 CKE is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is DU53 CKE safe to buy?

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