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DK03 ZTD

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

116,398 mi
Last recorded116,398 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 ZTD
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 116,398 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 114,787 miles

underside of vehicle rusty/surface rust

Pass 8 Aug 2024 112,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 108,377 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 104,917 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 104,917 miles

Nearside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2021 102,524 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 102,524 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 98,978 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 98,978 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 92,220 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 86,344 miles

Advise exhaust corroded.

Advise o,s front tyre wearing on inside edge.

Advise rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 24 May 2017 84,149 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 81,665 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 81,665 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 79,047 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 76,131 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 73,199 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 70,111 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 66,039 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 59,134 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 52,373 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 45,436 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 36,976 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 28,279 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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DK03 ZTD is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 DK03 ZTD, 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 DK03 ZTD registered?

DK03 ZTD is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is DK03 ZTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 ZTD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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