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MK03 ADZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,465 mi
Last recorded94,465 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 ADZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2015 94,465 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

air intake pipe to inlet manifold disconnected

Pass 14 Jul 2014 78,569 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

play in nearside of steering rack

Fail 12 Jul 2014 78,569 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 7 Jun 2013 74,827 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 73,715 miles

Rear silncer mount broken but still adequately supported

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Jun 2011 71,760 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 67,013 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 57,102 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 57,102 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 50,541 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 44,277 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 39,343 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 39,343 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 29,646 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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MK03 ADZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MK03 ADZ, 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 MK03 ADZ registered?

MK03 ADZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MK03 ADZ safe to buy?

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