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SV03 GZL

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,699 mi
Last recorded84,699 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 GZL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 84,699 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2016 84,598 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

heatshield insecure

Pass 30 Apr 2015 81,188 miles

high line stop not working

o/s wiper rubber slight damaged

Pass 2 May 2014 73,550 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

power steering tank cap missing

Fail 24 Apr 2014 73,550 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Outer Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

power steering tank cap missing

Pass 2 May 2013 68,679 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 May 2013 68,679 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 62,857 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2012 62,838 miles

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

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 56,070 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Wear on o/s steering rack arm

Pass 19 Apr 2010 50,108 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 50,073 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 42,118 miles

Centre rear seat belt not fully tested (Fitted behind seat cover)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 33,971 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 26,032 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 18,152 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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SV03 GZL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SV03 GZL, 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 SV03 GZL registered?

SV03 GZL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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