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AV03 XLW

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

55,409 mi
Last recorded55,409 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 XLW
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 55,409 miles

Coolant level low

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner at limit, replace soon as possible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Minimal play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Slight service brake imbalance

Fail 17 Apr 2025 55,409 miles

Coolant level low

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner at limit, replace soon as possible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector missing Temporary stick on reflector used (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Minimal play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Slight service brake imbalance

Windscreen washer not working Screenwash added at station (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 50,147 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 39,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 30,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 22,219 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 21,539 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 21,312 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 20,979 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,371 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 19,720 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 18,701 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 17,776 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 16,647 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 15,523 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 14,280 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 13,227 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,943 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 10,855 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 9,330 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,403 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 XLW is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 XLW, 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 XLW registered?

AV03 XLW is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is AV03 XLW safe to buy?

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