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DV52 PXB

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

120,064 mi
Last recorded120,064 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV52 PXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 120,064 miles

front exhaust slight blow

n/s/f & o/s/f brake disces slightly corroded

power steering pipes slightly corroded

repairs done for mot o/k day of test

wheel trims fitted o/s/f & n/s/f & o/s/r

Fail 4 Feb 2017 120,064 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front exhaust slight blow

n/s/f & o/s/f brake disces slightly corroded

power steering pipes slightly corroded

wheel trims fitted o/s/f & n/s/f & o/s/r

Pass 20 Jan 2016 114,070 miles

Front oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2015 107,396 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 97,447 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 88,595 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 88,595 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 85,025 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 85,025 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 69,963 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 69,963 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 60,495 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 60,495 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 50,979 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 50,979 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 41,576 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 41,576 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Dec 2006 32,714 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 32,714 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 22,683 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2005 22,683 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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DV52 PXB is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DV52 PXB, 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 DV52 PXB registered?

DV52 PXB is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 January 2003.

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