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J6 DSN

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,651 mi
Last recorded129,651 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 DSN
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 129,651 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 124,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 118,562 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 112,613 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 108,180 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 99,132 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 88,554 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 85,101 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside+nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

change both wiper blade

Pass 3 Nov 2017 83,053 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 83,053 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 79,768 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 79,692 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 75,719 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 75,711 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 70,644 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 64,836 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 58,619 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 55,329 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 49,103 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 42,714 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 37,495 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 31,568 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 23,442 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 23,442 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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J6 DSN is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J6 DSN, 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 J6 DSN registered?

J6 DSN is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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