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DG03 WCX

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

157,953 mi
Last recorded157,953 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 WCX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 157,953 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2018 157,953 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 154,011 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 154,011 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 144,530 miles

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

eml is on

Fail 9 Nov 2016 144,530 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

eml is on

Pass 15 Oct 2015 130,071 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE TREAD CRACKED,RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT.

Fail 15 Oct 2015 130,071 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE TREAD CRACKED,RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 121,536 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

centre rear stop light inoperative

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer.

xehaus heat shield adrift

Fail 27 Jun 2014 121,536 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

centre rear stop light inoperative

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer.

xehaus heat shield adrift

Pass 18 Jun 2013 116,194 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 111,313 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 15 Jun 2012 111,313 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2011 100,306 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 100,306 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 May 2010 86,083 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 69,957 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 55,084 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2008 55,084 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2007 43,055 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 31,353 miles

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

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

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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DG03 WCX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 DG03 WCX, 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 DG03 WCX registered?

DG03 WCX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DG03 WCX safe to buy?

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