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AK03 RTU

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,325 mi
Last recorded94,325 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 RTU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2015 94,325 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 88,617 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 81,059 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 71,453 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 61,116 miles

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

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

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

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

tailgate struts very weak

Pass 19 Jan 2010 50,965 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 44,831 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 44,831 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 37,725 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 37,725 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 28,950 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 20,241 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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AK03 RTU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK03 RTU, 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 AK03 RTU registered?

AK03 RTU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AK03 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 RTU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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