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DV03 XWG

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,638 mi
Last recorded69,638 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 XWG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 69,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge wearing (4.1.E.1)

rear seat belts not tested as rear seat are down

Fail 25 May 2017 69,638 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill corroded (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge wearing (4.1.E.1)

rear seat belts not tested as rear seat are down

Pass 20 May 2016 56,422 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 56,422 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 54,348 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 46,352 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 43,397 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,717 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,059 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 38,067 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 33,913 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 33,913 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,227 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 26,407 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 XWG is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XWG, 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 DV03 XWG registered?

DV03 XWG is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is DV03 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 XWG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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