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SC03 DMY

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,938 mi
Last recorded102,938 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 DMY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Feb 2017 102,938 miles

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

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)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 99,824 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 99,757 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded n/side front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 95,921 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 92,832 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 88,818 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 85,025 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 84,998 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 80,495 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 75,054 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,997 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 58,794 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 47,988 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 38,116 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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SC03 DMY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SC03 DMY, 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 SC03 DMY registered?

SC03 DMY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is SC03 DMY safe to buy?

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