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DV03 LCP

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

54,871 mi
Last recorded54,871 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 LCP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 54,871 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s floor and floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 51,671 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 47,841 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 43,530 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 40,517 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,390 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 34,458 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 30,838 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 28,335 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 25,650 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 23,171 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 23,171 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 18,271 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 18,271 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,470 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 LCP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LCP, 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 LCP registered?

DV03 LCP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is DV03 LCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 LCP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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