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RD03 ZBL

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

62,909 mi
Last recorded62,909 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD03 ZBL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 62,909 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output faded (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output faded (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 52,403 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 48,908 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 48,482 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 47,864 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 46,455 miles

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

both rear shock absorbers dust covers loose

Fail 22 Oct 2014 46,455 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both rear shock absorbers dust covers loose

Pass 21 Oct 2013 45,068 miles

both rear shock absorbers bump stops worn and covers loose

Pass 25 Oct 2012 43,412 miles

both rear shock absorbers bump stops worn and deteriated

n/s/r wheel trim loose

Fail 25 Oct 2012 43,412 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear shock absorbers bump stops worn and deteriated

n/s/r wheel trim loose

Fail 26 Oct 2011 41,162 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear shockers bump stops worn and covers loose

Pass 26 Oct 2011 41,162 miles

both rear shockers bump stops worn and covers loose

Pass 13 Oct 2010 39,165 miles

Both Rear Shocker Covers Poor

Pass 21 Oct 2009 37,834 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 35,908 miles

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

both rear shock/bump stops degrating

washer button int/operation

Pass 26 Oct 2007 33,484 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 31,666 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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RD03 ZBL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RD03 ZBL, 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 RD03 ZBL registered?

RD03 ZBL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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