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AV03 RYP

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

94,656 mi
Last recorded94,656 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 RYP
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 94,656 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under side brake pipes have been greased (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded Offside front and both rear springs are corroding (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear plates are deteriorating (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 94,656 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under side brake pipes have been greased (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded Offside front and both rear springs are corroding (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear plates are deteriorating (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 92,047 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all under side brake pipes are greased (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorating /faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 88,559 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 82,718 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 82,718 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 76,824 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 70,830 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 65,059 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 59,962 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 54,710 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 50,012 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 45,747 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 41,682 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 41,682 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 36,752 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 31,516 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 31,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,913 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 22,040 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 16,701 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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AV03 RYP is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AV03 RYP, 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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AV03 RYP is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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