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BT03 ZFH

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

98,503 mi
Last recorded98,503 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 ZFH
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 98,503 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 95,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Apr 2020 95,161 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 88,529 miles

noise from o/s/f suspension suspect strut top bearing

Pass 26 Mar 2018 80,477 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 74,176 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 67,455 miles

Both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Exhaust back box outer skin slightly corroded

Headlights slightly faded

Stonechip in nearside of windscreen

Pass 25 Apr 2015 63,856 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear number plate delaminating but not likely to be misread

Pass 17 May 2014 60,778 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

stonechip in windscreen

Pass 27 Apr 2013 56,284 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 52,890 miles

advise both front tyres wearing low

advise front wiper blades smearing slightly

Pass 7 May 2011 48,666 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 43,730 miles

nearside rear tyre low on 3mm tread

Fail 12 May 2009 38,249 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 38,249 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 33,935 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 33,935 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2007 27,041 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 19,690 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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BT03 ZFH is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BT03 ZFH, 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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BT03 ZFH is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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