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FB03 DXD

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

33,646 mi
Last recorded33,646 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 DXD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 33,646 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion both sides at front

Fail 20 Aug 2013

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion both sides at front

Pass 21 Aug 2012 30,535 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

corrosion at front

Pass 9 Aug 2011 27,084 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 24,564 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 20,610 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 16,758 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,736 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 9,699 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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FB03 DXD is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FB03 DXD, 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 DXD registered?

FB03 DXD is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is FB03 DXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB03 DXD shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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