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AX52 FNV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

131,457 mi
Last recorded131,457 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 FNV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2015 131,457 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

ns head lamp lense slightly dis-coloured

rear number plate cracking still read from a distance

steering rack has slight mist of oil round seal not excessive at time of test

Pass 20 Feb 2014 116,123 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 108,656 miles

o/s/r exhaust hanger weak but secure

Pass 4 May 2012 107,476 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust hangar is broken,but still well suported

Pass 3 May 2011 93,821 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 78,132 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 61,250 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 45,048 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 May 2008 45,048 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 38,127 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 31,349 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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AX52 FNV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AX52 FNV, 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 AX52 FNV registered?

AX52 FNV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is AX52 FNV safe to buy?

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