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MT03 DZH

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,330 mi
Last recorded114,330 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT03 DZH
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 114,330 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 110,327 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 8 Jun 2016 110,327 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 105,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 105,603 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 100,306 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 100,306 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 95,355 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust becoming corroded at mountings

Pass 4 Jun 2013 95,355 miles

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

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

exhaust becoming corroded at mountings

Pass 26 Jun 2012 90,905 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2012 90,905 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 85,880 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2010 81,161 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 77,023 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 71,159 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 71,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 63,427 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 48,705 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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MT03 DZH is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MT03 DZH, 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 MT03 DZH registered?

MT03 DZH is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is MT03 DZH safe to buy?

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