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MT52 ZZE

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

141,161 mi
Last recorded141,161 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT52 ZZE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 141,161 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x 2 (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear x 2 tyres cracking

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 137,713 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 132,389 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o-s & n-s (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

wheel caps fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2017 125,251 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 116,702 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 106,519 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 96,613 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 86,036 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 78,448 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)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 69,215 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 58,826 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 47,617 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)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 36,931 miles

interior mirror missing

Pass 29 Jan 2007 30,058 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 22,870 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 22,869 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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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MT52 ZZE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MT52 ZZE, 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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MT52 ZZE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 January 2003.

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