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EA03 FCM

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,481 mi
Last recorded51,481 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 FCM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 51,481 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 51,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 44,266 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 37,061 miles

both headlight lenses misted

Fail 22 Apr 2016 37,061 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both headlight lenses misted

Pass 29 Apr 2015 36,007 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 30,832 miles

driveshaft oil seal leaking

Pass 19 Apr 2013 27,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 27,015 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Apr 2011 26,833 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 26,810 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 26,597 miles

engine running poorly at idle speed

Fail 15 Apr 2009 26,597 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine running poorly at idle speed

n/s/r tyre EX.deteriorated!

Pass 9 Apr 2008 26,434 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 26,332 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 26,332 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 25,756 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 25,486 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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EA03 FCM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EA03 FCM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA03 FCM registered?

EA03 FCM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is EA03 FCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 FCM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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