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DU03 HVY

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

102,311 mi
Last recorded102,311 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 HVY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 102,311 miles

slight corrosion to cills and chassis

slight corrosion to various brake pipes

slight dampness to gear box

Fail 18 Oct 2018 102,311 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

slight corrosion to cills and chassis

slight corrosion to various brake pipes

slight dampness to gear box

Pass 26 Sep 2017 94,486 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

engine light on

Fail 26 Sep 2017 94,486 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

engine light on

Pass 27 Sep 2016 86,573 miles

distortion to both front head lights

engine light on

slight corrosion to various brake pipes

Pass 30 Sep 2015 78,573 miles

oil leak from gearbox drive shaft seals

slight corrosion to various brake pipes

Pass 27 Sep 2014 69,627 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine light on

front brake pads low

Pass 2 Oct 2013 60,317 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres over half worn 195/60/15

engine redlight on

Pass 9 Aug 2012 53,832 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 53,831 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 53,550 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 53,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 49,849 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 45,019 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 40,170 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 35,622 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 35,622 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 34,310 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 32,741 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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DU03 HVY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DU03 HVY, 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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DU03 HVY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 6 March 2003.

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