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DA53 TZF

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,539 mi
Last recorded85,539 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 TZF
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 85,539 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Dec 2015 85,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 3 Dec 2014 72,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Note: Brake pipes greased.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 72,603 miles

Note: Brake pipes greased.

Pass 16 Oct 2013 61,268 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 54,486 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 52,168 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 49,750 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 45,956 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 43,847 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 43,807 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 36,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 28,445 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 27,064 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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DA53 TZF is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DA53 TZF, 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 DA53 TZF registered?

DA53 TZF is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 November 2003.

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