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FD53 HVW

2003 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

86,569 mi
Last recorded86,569 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 HVW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 86,569 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 86,560 miles

Central Front Exhaust system not adequately supported mount detached (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 85,742 miles

some free play in top mounts

nsf wishbone bush starting to split

osf tyre worn on inner

Pass 24 Apr 2015 79,624 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2014 75,600 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fluctuation on front brakes in rollers.

n/s/f brake pads starting to get low

Fail 7 Apr 2014 75,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fluctuation on front brakes in rollers.

n/s/f brake pads starting to get low

Pass 10 Apr 2013 70,553 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 70,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

play in both strut top bearings/bushes with suspension hanging

slight fluctuation on front brakes in rollers

Fail 5 Apr 2012 67,232 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 67,232 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 63,737 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 55,020 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 45,344 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 45,344 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 34,238 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outter wall

Fail 30 Oct 2008 34,238 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

slight damage to o/s/f and n/s/f tyre outter walls

Pass 7 Nov 2007 27,611 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 20,081 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 20,081 miles

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

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

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

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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FD53 HVW is a 2003 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FD53 HVW, 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 FD53 HVW registered?

FD53 HVW is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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