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SP03 XHZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,860 mi
Last recorded99,860 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 XHZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 99,860 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 99,860 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 85,356 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Nov 2013 85,356 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2012 76,261 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 75,969 miles

n/s/r tyre inner side wall gashed and o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 17 Nov 2011 75,969 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

n/s/r tyre inner side wall gashed and o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 22 Nov 2010 75,272 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 66,548 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front and rear number plates are starting to de-laminate.

front wiper blades are smearing slightly ok at time of test. recomend replacement asap.

Pass 26 Feb 2008 53,219 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

surface corrosion to front discs

Pass 29 Mar 2007 45,251 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 35,826 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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SP03 XHZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 SP03 XHZ, 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 SP03 XHZ registered?

SP03 XHZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is SP03 XHZ safe to buy?

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