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SM03 ZFG

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

104,499 mi
Last recorded104,499 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 ZFG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 104,499 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 104,498 miles

Central Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 92,682 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 88,527 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Aug 2020 88,527 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Mar 2019 83,855 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 81,448 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to sidewall and in tread

Offside Rear tyre has cracking to sidewall and in tread

Fail 23 Mar 2018 81,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to sidewall and in tread

Offside Rear tyre has cracking to sidewall and in tread

Pass 20 Mar 2017 78,976 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Mar 2017 78,976 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To the brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Mar 2016 76,787 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 76,787 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded At the drum (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 74,493 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 74,493 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 70,673 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 61,590 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 56,107 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 50,471 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 41,622 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 37,032 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 33,816 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 29,836 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 26,423 miles

front brake pads getting low elect windows inop

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 ZFG is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 64,236 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SM03 ZFG, 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 ZFG registered?

SM03 ZFG is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is SM03 ZFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 ZFG shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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