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DE03 OPT

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,246 mi
Last recorded103,246 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 OPT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 103,246 miles

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

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 2 Jul 2015 84,424 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust shields are insecure.

High level brake light is inoperative.

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

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

Rear silencer box is corroded.

Fail 1 Jul 2015 84,416 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Both rear shock absorber dust shields are insecure.

High level brake light is inoperative.

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

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

Rear silencer box is corroded.

Pass 23 May 2014 84,294 miles

Exhaust rear silencer box is corroded

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 84,076 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 81,744 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 78,479 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 74,110 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 69,962 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 64,756 miles

noise from o/s/f wheel

Pass 9 Mar 2007 54,109 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear shock dust covers insecure

Pass 16 Mar 2006 44,127 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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DE03 OPT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DE03 OPT, 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 DE03 OPT registered?

DE03 OPT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DE03 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 OPT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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