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DU53 JWE

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

63,509 mi
Last recorded63,509 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 JWE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 63,509 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2017 63,509 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 61,465 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 61,465 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 55,462 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2014 52,169 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 52,169 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 50,194 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 45,901 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 39,930 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 30,562 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 24,456 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 18,572 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 18,439 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 16,700 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 13,266 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 JWE is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 JWE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU53 JWE registered?

DU53 JWE is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DU53 JWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 JWE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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