Official DVLA Record

2003 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · KA03 AAV

KA03 AAV

2003 Ford KA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 23/07/2003. Recorded mileage 38,852 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD KA
Year / Origin
2003 · Borehamwood (Luton)
MOT Status
Valid until 19/01/2024
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
38,852 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 19/01/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1299cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 20 January 2023 at 38,852 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a technical failure in November 2022 at 38,850 miles which showed showed no defects, likely indicating an administrative error or a minor non-safety failure rather than a systemic mechanical issue. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,689 miles per year. Between July 2019 and January 2023, the car covered only 3,381 miles, suggesting long periods of stationary storage or minimal use. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such infrequent use often leads to issues like the degradation of rubber-based parts, the drying of seals, and surface corrosion due to lack of operation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, as older Ford Ka models from this era are prone to significant corrosion in the wheel arches, sills, and floor pans. Given the low mileage, check the brake discs and calipers for surface pitting or seizing from sitting idle. Additionally, inspect the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking, as these components age based on time regardless than the distance driven.

KA03 AAV Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2023
  • 38,852 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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KA03 AAV Mileage History

  1. 17/11/202138,378 mi
  2. 09/11/202238,850 mi+472 mi
  3. 20/01/202338,852 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 403 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

KA03 AAV MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Aug 2026, 18:38
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Ford Ka (KA03 AAV) between November 2021 and January 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 January 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced s”; “Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced I”.

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