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DV53 UEL

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,435 mi
Last recorded27,435 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 UEL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 27,435 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 26,921 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 26,297 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 25,643 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 24,785 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 23,822 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 22,849 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2010 21,073 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

O/s/r ,n/s/r and o/s/f tyres slight cracking ofside wallsand in tread pattern

Pass 1 Nov 2010 21,073 miles

O/s/r ,n/s/r and o/s/f tyres slight cracking ofside wallsand in tread pattern

Pass 2 Nov 2009 19,656 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 18,171 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 15,983 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 13,224 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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DV53 UEL is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DV53 UEL, 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 DV53 UEL registered?

DV53 UEL is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is DV53 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 UEL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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