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SA03 LDU

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,568 mi
Last recorded131,568 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 LDU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 131,568 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust mount broken

Fail 2 Nov 2017 131,498 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 24 Nov 2016 118,880 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside outer link arm top joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Nov 2016 118,827 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside outer link arm top joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 108,953 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 99,956 miles

head lamps poor

off side track rod has play

Pass 11 Nov 2013 90,792 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 90,658 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 80,354 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 70,191 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 59,757 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 48,643 miles

nearside rear tyre slighly mishapen

signs of being stood

Pass 20 Apr 2009 44,460 miles

drivers window not working

Pass 1 Apr 2008 36,222 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 36,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 27,820 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 19,727 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

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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SA03 LDU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SA03 LDU, 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 SA03 LDU registered?

SA03 LDU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is SA03 LDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA03 LDU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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