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FL03 DXS

2003 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,672 mi
Last recorded28,672 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 DXS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 28,672 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 28,671 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 24,957 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 21,111 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 18,001 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear most bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 16,927 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 15,975 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 15,559 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 15,278 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 14,941 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 14,940 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 14,374 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 13,541 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 13,541 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive 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 22 Mar 2008 13,061 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 11,698 miles

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

all tyres outer walls to tread area cracking badly but legal at test strongly suggest change soon

Pass 25 Mar 2006 11,138 miles

n/s o/s front tyres outer wall to tread area just starting to crack allso o/s rear

o/s front screen wiper blade split at end but clearing screen at test

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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FL03 DXS is a 2003 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FL03 DXS, 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 FL03 DXS registered?

FL03 DXS is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is FL03 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 DXS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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