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DY03 HYK

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,830 mi
Last recorded19,830 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 HYK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2020 19,830 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 19,498 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 19,072 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 18,629 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 18,000 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 17,375 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 16,715 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 16,046 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 14,494 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 13,209 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2011 13,209 miles

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 11,797 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 Mar 2009 10,619 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 10,619 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 8,569 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 7,485 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 7,480 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 6,273 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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DY03 HYK is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DY03 HYK, 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 DY03 HYK registered?

DY03 HYK is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is DY03 HYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 HYK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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