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SL03 BBZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,382 mi
Last recorded107,382 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 BBZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2015 107,382 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 101,742 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 101,739 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 96,114 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 96,111 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 88,679 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 88,677 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 79,044 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 68,961 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 68,961 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 58,758 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 49,176 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 40,000 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 32,000 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 29,255 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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SL03 BBZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL03 BBZ, 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 SL03 BBZ registered?

SL03 BBZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 18 April 2003.

Is SL03 BBZ safe to buy?

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