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MV03 ZFK

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

100,785 mi
Last recorded100,785 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 ZFK
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2024 100,785 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin engine injecter seal leaking (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

minor oil leak

rear axle swivel bushes worn

Pass 21 Nov 2023 100,022 miles

Oil Leak On Gearbox

Fail 20 Nov 2023 100,015 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil Leak On Gearbox

Pass 18 Nov 2022 99,013 miles

Slight leak on fuel injector

Fail 16 Nov 2022 99,008 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended belt will not retract (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Slight leak on fuel injector

Pass 14 Oct 2021 97,958 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 94,854 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 94,854 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 82,743 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 73,142 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 67,466 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 62,443 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 58,992 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 53,917 miles

cracks in treads/side wall n/s/f tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2013 49,438 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 44,517 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 39,861 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 35,300 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 24,247 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 17,355 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 12,588 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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MV03 ZFK is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MV03 ZFK, 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 MV03 ZFK registered?

MV03 ZFK is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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