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DV52 XTU

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

45,576 mi
Last recorded45,576 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV52 XTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 45,576 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 45,566 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 42,906 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 40,052 miles

both sides rear axle bushes slightly worn

Pass 13 Mar 2015 38,393 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 37,089 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 37,089 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 35,484 miles

n/s front tyre inner surface perishing.

Fail 27 Mar 2012 34,191 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 34,191 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 33,011 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 31,998 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 30,229 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 30,229 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,368 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 28,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 23,526 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 23,526 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2006 18,646 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 18,646 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 XTU is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 XTU, 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 XTU registered?

DV52 XTU is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 February 2003.

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