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DF52 HME

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

243,869 mi
Last recorded243,869 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 HME
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2014 243,869 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 238,962 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 238,957 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 232,258 miles

front bumper

Pass 28 Jan 2011 214,618 miles

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

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

bumper has been repaired by means of tape

chip to windscreen

n/s/f tyre is feathering on inner edge

o/s/f tyre is feathering on inner edge

oil leak

Fail 27 Jan 2011 214,618 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bumper has been repaired by means of tape

chip to windscreen

n/s/f tyre is feathering on inner edge

o/s/f tyre is feathering on inner edge

oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2010 186,952 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 186,937 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 155,124 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 125,525 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 96,093 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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DF52 HME is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF52 HME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF52 HME registered?

DF52 HME is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 February 2003.

Is DF52 HME safe to buy?

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