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KA03 DZM

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

100,684 mi
Last recorded100,684 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 100,684 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2017 100,684 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 91,821 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 91,821 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal near rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 May 2015 82,269 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 77,877 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 77,877 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2013 72,997 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 72,997 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 67,508 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2012 67,508 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2011 60,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

both front wiper blades worn

front brake discs worn

Pass 31 May 2011 60,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

both front wiper blades worn

front brake discs worn

Pass 1 Jun 2010 54,560 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

handbrake travel

Pass 29 Apr 2009 46,667 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking slightly

unable to do a full inspection of nearside rear seatbelt due to child seat fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2007 34,403 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2006 26,834 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 DZM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 KA03 DZM, 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 DZM registered?

KA03 DZM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 24 July 2003.

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The MOT history for KA03 DZM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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