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GU03 ODB

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,865 mi
Last recorded97,865 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 ODB
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 97,865 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))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 95,719 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi pipe to back plate (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 93,595 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 89,858 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 89,858 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 87,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

back seats coverd in dog covers

Pass 9 Oct 2018 84,151 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 84,151 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 79,107 miles

Offside Front Brake disc slightly corroded on inner friction surface

Fail 4 Oct 2017 79,107 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake disc slightly corroded on inner friction surface

Pass 10 Oct 2016 75,258 miles

Front Brake Discs corroded

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2016 75,258 miles

Front Brake Discs corroded

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

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2014 73,580 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 73,580 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear silencer Heatshield insecure

Pass 20 Nov 2013 70,988 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 70,988 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 65,976 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 65,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 59,705 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 53,277 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 53,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 46,349 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 40,706 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 34,272 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 27,656 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 20,945 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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GU03 ODB is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GU03 ODB, 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 GU03 ODB registered?

GU03 ODB is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is GU03 ODB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 ODB shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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