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MW03 ZZS

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

116,181 mi
Last recorded116,181 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 ZZS
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 116,181 miles

Engine coolant level low.

Fail 21 Aug 2018 116,181 miles

Engine coolant level low.

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 109,455 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 101,925 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 96,680 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 96,679 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2014 85,151 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 85,151 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 20 May 2013 78,470 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2013 78,467 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

coolant level low

Pass 15 May 2012 72,865 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 72,865 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 67,632 miles

slight tapping noise from engine

Pass 20 May 2010 62,004 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 62,004 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 56,727 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 50,404 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 50,404 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 May 2007 41,982 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 32,389 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 32,389 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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MW03 ZZS is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 MW03 ZZS, 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 MW03 ZZS registered?

MW03 ZZS is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 5 June 2003.

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