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AV03 XKE

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

137,146 mi
Last recorded137,146 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 XKE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 137,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake performance low

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 2 Mar 2017 134,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake performance low

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 128,784 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2015 122,917 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2015 122,910 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2014 114,234 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 114,234 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 106,443 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 98,256 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 92,244 miles

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

needs oil spray under car

Fail 15 Mar 2010 86,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 86,112 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 79,668 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 79,668 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 73,199 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 73,199 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 65,276 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 65,276 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 58,514 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 58,514 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 XKE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 AV03 XKE, 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 AV03 XKE registered?

AV03 XKE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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