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HD03 OBM

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

126,362 mi
Last recorded126,362 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 OBM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 126,362 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 116,559 miles

rta rear bumper

Fail 2 Jul 2013 116,548 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rta rear bumper

Pass 2 Aug 2011 100,698 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 100,698 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 94,841 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 94,841 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 88,099 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 88,099 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 82,614 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 82,614 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 77,586 miles

rear exhaust box rusty. †all tyres getting low.

Pass 27 Jul 2006 62,957 miles

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

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

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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HD03 OBM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 HD03 OBM, 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 HD03 OBM registered?

HD03 OBM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is HD03 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD03 OBM shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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