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FB03 DUA

2003 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,192 mi
Last recorded87,192 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 DUA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 87,192 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 85,289 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 84,013 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 82,376 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 81,538 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 79,232 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 77,299 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 68,094 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2011 68,094 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 60,035 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 60,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2009 53,166 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 47,779 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 41,238 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 33,162 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 33,162 miles

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

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

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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FB03 DUA is a 2003 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FB03 DUA, 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 FB03 DUA registered?

FB03 DUA is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is FB03 DUA safe to buy?

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