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SM53 ZBR

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

88,685 mi
Last recorded88,685 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 ZBR
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 88,685 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 80,735 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 80,735 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 71,856 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 61,450 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 61,450 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 54,335 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 43,972 miles

Hi-level brake lens cracked

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 19 Dec 2007 43,972 miles

Hi-level brake lens cracked

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2006 34,463 miles

hi-level brake lens cracked

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 9 Nov 2006 34,463 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

hi-level brake lens cracked

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

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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SM53 ZBR is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SM53 ZBR, 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 SM53 ZBR registered?

SM53 ZBR is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is SM53 ZBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 ZBR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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