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SO52 DXR

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,407 mi
Last recorded125,407 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO52 DXR
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 125,407 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 12 Feb 2019 125,406 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported off side front to rear next to tank (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 21 Feb 2018 124,958 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 124,596 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 124,594 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 123,329 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 123,286 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 121,294 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 121,293 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 118,172 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 115,064 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 115,054 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 111,600 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 111,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 106,953 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 100,777 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 100,777 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 94,508 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 88,134 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 73,343 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 73,167 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

unable to check rear middle seat belt due to seat covers

Pass 17 Feb 2006 54,990 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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SO52 DXR is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 SO52 DXR, 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 SO52 DXR registered?

SO52 DXR is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is SO52 DXR safe to buy?

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