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AD03 XBT

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,941 mi
Last recorded131,941 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 XBT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 131,941 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 131,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre wearing uneven

Fail 29 Oct 2013 131,804 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 18 Oct 2012 117,270 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 103,075 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 90,696 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 May 2009 88,218 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 85,808 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 85,805 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 69,372 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 48,552 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fusion?

Based on 1,954,614 MOT tests across 109,115 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
4,982
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
109,115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,160
Stop lamp not working 30,760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,170
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,008
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 12,933
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AD03 XBT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 64,236 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fusion fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 XBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fusion typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Fusion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD03 XBT registered?

AD03 XBT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AD03 XBT safe to buy?

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