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HS03 DTV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,263 mi
Last recorded59,263 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 DTV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 59,263 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 55,409 miles

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

coolant level was very low suspect header tank

oil leak suspect nearside drive shaft seal

Fail 25 Oct 2017 55,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

coolant level was very low suspect header tank

oil leak suspect nearside drive shaft seal

Pass 5 Nov 2016 51,185 miles

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

both front headlamp cloudy

Pass 28 Jul 2015 43,255 miles

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

both front tyre walls cracking

front discs worn and pads low

headlamps cloudy pattern weak

Pass 30 Jul 2014 36,323 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2013 30,692 miles

both headlamps cloudy

Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,225 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 24,017 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 22,003 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 19,958 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 19,958 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 17,915 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 14,983 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 11,322 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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HS03 DTV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HS03 DTV, 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 HS03 DTV registered?

HS03 DTV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is HS03 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS03 DTV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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