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EX03 SGU

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

88,062 mi
Last recorded88,062 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 SGU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 88,062 miles

Awkward to open bonnet/hood.

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 88,061 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Wishbone balljoint grease cover split and perished. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade split and smearing drivers view. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Awkward to open bonnet/hood.

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Blade starting to split at ends. (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 87,676 miles

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

Offside Front 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 26 Aug 2022 87,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front 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 27 Aug 2021 86,571 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front 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))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 86,086 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 85,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 83,624 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2018 83,624 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 82,386 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Sep 2016 78,509 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 72,251 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 66,973 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 60,563 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 55,450 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 50,779 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 46,967 miles

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

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 21 Apr 2009 45,710 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 40,236 miles

auxillary belt fraying.

Fail 13 Apr 2007 35,051 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 35,051 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 29,005 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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EX03 SGU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 EX03 SGU, 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 EX03 SGU registered?

EX03 SGU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is EX03 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 SGU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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