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DV03 HSA

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,682 mi
Last recorded74,682 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 HSA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 74,682 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front flexible exhaust pipe deteriorating but no gas leaks

Fail 7 May 2013 74,682 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front flexible exhaust pipe deteriorating but no gas leaks

Pass 11 Apr 2012 66,008 miles

Spare tyre defective

rear view mirror missing

Fail 10 Apr 2012 66,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Spare tyre defective

rear view mirror missing

Pass 15 Apr 2011 57,002 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 57,002 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 47,372 miles

slight play in both front top-strut mounts

Pass 14 Apr 2009 38,113 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 30,360 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 26,967 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 26,967 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 22,046 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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DV03 HSA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc 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 DV03 HSA, 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 HSA registered?

DV03 HSA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is DV03 HSA safe to buy?

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