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EO03 XZT

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,024 mi
Last recorded99,024 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 XZT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 99,024 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both need buffing (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 19 Dec 2016 99,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both need buffing (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 91,248 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2015 91,248 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 84,926 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 76,931 miles

Both front brake pipes corrioding where they pass through the wheel arches.

Both head lights ONLY JUST passed image test, lenes very pitted.

Front number plate deteriating.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 20 Dec 2012 70,247 miles

Both head lights poor image just passed, lenses pitted & scratched.

Damage to the front bumper and rear tailgate.

Several brake pipes under the greese corrioding.

Fail 20 Dec 2012 70,247 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Both head lights poor image just passed, lenses pitted & scratched.

Damage to the front bumper and rear tailgate.

Several brake pipes under the greese corrioding.

Pass 14 Dec 2011 61,953 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 50,054 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 41,460 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 35,493 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 35,491 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 18 May 2007 27,018 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 27,018 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2006 21,960 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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EO03 XZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 EO03 XZT, 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 EO03 XZT registered?

EO03 XZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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