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KA03 DRX

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,031 mi
Last recorded103,031 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA03 DRX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 103,031 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 101,411 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 97,985 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 97,928 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and cracked (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack insecure mounting loose (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and cracked (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 86,647 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 85,717 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 76,976 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 69,372 miles

Centre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 69,372 miles

Centre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2011 61,896 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 61,896 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 51,807 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 44,529 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 44,015 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 44,015 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 39,176 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 35,400 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 32,779 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 32,779 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 29,612 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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KA03 DRX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KA03 DRX, 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 KA03 DRX registered?

KA03 DRX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 July 2003.

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