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DV03 GVR

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,380 mi
Last recorded55,380 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 GVR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 55,380 miles

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

Offside Front shocker top loose

Offside Front wishbone rear bush deteriorated

Offside Rear brake pipe corroded

corrosion showing on both sills

front to rear brake pipes corroded

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

survo corroded

Fail 2 Jun 2016 55,380 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front tyre 3mm with age cracks

Nearside Rear tyre has age cracks

Offside Front shocker top loose

Offside Front tyre 3mm with inner shoulder tread wear and age cracks

Offside Front wishbone rear bush deteriorated

Offside Rear brake pipe corroded

Offside Rear tyre has a nail and age cracks

corrosion showing on both sills

front to rear brake pipes corroded

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

survo corroded

Pass 26 May 2015 49,242 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

brake pipes slightly corroded

corrosion present on both sills

nearside front tyre slightly cracking

nearside rear tyre slightly cracking

oil leak

Pass 15 May 2014 43,912 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2013 40,449 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 37,662 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 34,185 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 30,707 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 30,707 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 26,198 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 23,201 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,616 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 14,093 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 14,093 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DV03 GVR is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DV03 GVR, 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 DV03 GVR registered?

DV03 GVR is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is DV03 GVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 GVR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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