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WL03 SZT

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,746 mi
Last recorded138,746 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL03 SZT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 138,746 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 138,746 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 133,822 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 133,817 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 125,633 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 125,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2019 117,869 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 117,862 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 106,635 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 101,203 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jan 2017 94,832 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component From steering rack (2.3.3b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 87,621 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 80,445 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 70,207 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 59,754 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 49,822 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 36,260 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 32,386 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 32,386 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 28,362 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 22,984 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 22,984 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 18,795 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 12,156 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nearside mirror glass insecure

nearside rear tyre sidewall scuffed

offside rear door badly bent and plastic trim protruding (not sharp)

rear registration plate slightly insecure on nearside

rear wiper dragging

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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WL03 SZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 WL03 SZT, 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 WL03 SZT registered?

WL03 SZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 August 2003.

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