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SM03 ODS

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

94,463 mi
Last recorded94,463 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 94,463 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 87,388 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 81,721 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 81,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 75,797 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 75,797 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 23 Apr 2013 68,783 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 61,158 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 61,158 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 55,194 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 55,194 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 46,989 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 46,989 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 40,787 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 34,391 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 34,391 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2008 34,373 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 28,234 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 25,756 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 ODS is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 ODS, 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 SM03 ODS registered?

SM03 ODS is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is SM03 ODS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 ODS shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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