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MM03 SDY

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

72,882 mi
Last recorded72,882 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM03 SDY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 72,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 68,681 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 67,158 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 65,296 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 64,009 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 62,668 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 May 2019 62,668 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2018 61,607 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 59,390 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 57,827 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 55,502 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 18 May 2015 55,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 May 2014 51,792 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 51,792 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 46,195 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 42,374 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 37,672 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 37,672 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 33,417 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 27,586 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 21,801 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 17,712 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 12,386 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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MM03 SDY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 MM03 SDY, 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 MM03 SDY registered?

MM03 SDY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is MM03 SDY safe to buy?

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