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KA03 DZU

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,241 mi
Last recorded105,241 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 105,241 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2017 105,197 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 98,356 miles

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

child seat fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2013 89,745 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 79,383 miles

offside rear tyre outer wall cracking and close to the limit on inner edge

Fail 14 Jul 2012 79,378 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 72,614 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 66,916 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted nearside rear

Fail 9 Aug 2010 66,916 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted nearside rear

Pass 6 Aug 2009 61,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Aug 2009 61,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 54,406 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 54,406 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 48,111 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 39,270 miles

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

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

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

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 DZU 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 73.3%.

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 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 DZU, 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 DZU registered?

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

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The MOT history for KA03 DZU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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