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AX03 NWU

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

91,546 mi
Last recorded91,546 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 NWU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 91,546 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged incorrectly fitted and rubbing against itself (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

engine radiator weeping

front and rear washer pipes incorrectly fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2024 91,530 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended jammed (7.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to condition of lamps (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative unable to check due to condition of lamp (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to condition of lamp (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative unable to check due to condition of lamp (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged incorrectly fitted and rubbing against itself (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

engine radiator weeping

front and rear washer pipes incorrectly fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2023 85,289 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 80,056 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 74,093 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 69,519 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper slight movement at attachment nut

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

eml lamp not illuminating

Pass 11 Nov 2019 66,123 miles

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO FRONT NUMBER PLATE

Pass 13 Nov 2018 59,744 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 52,566 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 14 Nov 2017 52,566 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated and rear (6.3.1d)

all tyres perished

Pass 29 Jun 2016 52,248 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2016 52,240 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 50,057 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 46,532 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 44,994 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 41,698 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 36,102 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 30,707 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 30,707 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,727 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 17,722 miles

both rear tryes close legal limit raised tread

Pass 15 Jun 2007 13,189 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 8,373 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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AX03 NWU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AX03 NWU, 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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AX03 NWU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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