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SM03 CZP

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,880 mi
Last recorded132,880 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 CZP
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2021 132,880 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 128,751 miles

Nearside Headlight unit deteriorated

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

Fail 1 Dec 2020 128,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlight unit deteriorated

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Also cracking ()

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 125,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

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

Pass 6 Dec 2018 120,523 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 6 Dec 2018 120,522 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 115,635 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 106,292 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 106,289 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 97,153 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 87,587 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 76,882 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 24 Aug 2012 64,369 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 51,809 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 50,291 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 50,291 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 47,206 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 44,859 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 38,366 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 38,366 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2006 32,532 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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SM03 CZP is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SM03 CZP, 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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SM03 CZP is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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