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AX52 FPD

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

108,592 mi
Last recorded108,592 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 FPD
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 108,592 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2021 108,592 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 106,852 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2020 106,852 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 105,038 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 102,823 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 102,823 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 98,075 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 91,313 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 91,313 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 27 Jan 2015 84,892 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 84,892 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 77,167 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 65,420 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 50,644 miles

n/s rear shock absorber cover split

slight corrosion to flexible brake pipes

Pass 21 Dec 2010 47,949 miles

slight corrosion on various brake pipes

steering rack misty

washer bottle frozen

Pass 16 Dec 2009 45,721 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 41,559 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 37,720 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

slight movement in the steering rack ends

Pass 12 Dec 2006 32,140 miles

front headlamp aim too high when set to zero

Pass 15 Dec 2005 24,464 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 FPD is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AX52 FPD, 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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AX52 FPD is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 3 January 2003.

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