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SD03 YBZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

152,989 mi
Last recorded152,989 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 YBZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 152,989 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered too flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides and on inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion on axle and suspension

Fail 25 Feb 2026 152,983 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered too flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides and on inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion on axle and suspension

Pass 18 Feb 2025 146,021 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 145,967 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 137,744 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 127,494 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive possible leak on o/s corner (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lenses faded (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 115,116 miles

Central Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 111,967 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 109,188 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 102,559 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 93,908 miles

brake pipes coated with grease

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 2 Feb 2017 84,870 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 84,870 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 75,109 miles

rear exhaust mount broken

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 4 Feb 2015 65,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 65,226 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 56,766 miles

n/s/r tyre outer edge in poor condition

o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 24 May 2013 54,179 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 37,420 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,739 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 26,904 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2010 26,904 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 24,240 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 20,894 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 17,340 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 13,406 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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SD03 YBZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 SD03 YBZ, 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 SD03 YBZ registered?

SD03 YBZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is SD03 YBZ safe to buy?

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