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SA03 PZB

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

117,123 mi
Last recorded117,123 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 PZB
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 117,123 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front inner arches (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Jun 2021 117,091 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 117,074 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 114,457 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 114,441 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 111,858 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underbody, near and around rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in arch at joint (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In arch at join (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 111,856 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel Cable or shoes seized (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underbody, near and around rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in arch at joint (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In arch at join (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 108,048 miles

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 106,555 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

aircon wiring? cut/damaged

both rear axle mount bushes have signs of wear

Pass 11 Jun 2016 103,077 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 103,076 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 99,857 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

a/ brake & fuel pipes covered in grease

Pass 25 Jun 2014 96,659 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 92,938 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 89,890 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 86,655 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 74,251 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 63,328 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise nsr sill damage

Pass 20 Jun 2008 51,500 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 39,288 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 26,176 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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SA03 PZB is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 PZB, 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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SA03 PZB is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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