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FP03 DDE

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,464 mi
Last recorded121,464 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 DDE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2019 121,464 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

centre exhaust shield slightly insecure / rattling

nearside lower ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Jan 2018 114,757 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 107,311 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 98,088 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 88,752 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 81,095 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 71,248 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 64,370 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 55,869 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)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 48,354 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 38,425 miles

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 17 Jan 2008 28,670 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 18,616 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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FP03 DDE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FP03 DDE, 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 FP03 DDE registered?

FP03 DDE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is FP03 DDE safe to buy?

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