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DV03 USU

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

41,328 mi
Last recorded41,328 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 41,328 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Speedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 41,328 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 39,348 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 39,348 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 33,686 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 33,662 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 29,403 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 28,795 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 28,058 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 26,846 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 26,075 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear wiper blade slightly deteriated.

Pass 12 May 2015 26,075 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)

Rear wiper blade slightly deteriated.

Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,947 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)

Pass 10 May 2013 23,984 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 May 2012 22,570 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 22,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2011 21,349 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 21,349 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2010 20,261 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 18,822 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2009 18,822 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 17,130 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 15,602 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 15,602 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 May 2006 13,444 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 USU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 USU, 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 USU registered?

DV03 USU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DV03 USU safe to buy?

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