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ET03 TVA

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

152,883 mi
Last recorded152,883 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 TVA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 152,883 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 147,117 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 140,847 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 135,280 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAKING DURING TEST FROM BACK OF ENGINE AREA

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 126,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 9 May 2019 126,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 27 Jan 2018 113,283 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges.O/S/F tyre has side wall damage.

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both [covers deteriorating] (1.7.5a)

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Rear exhaust silencer corroding

Rear tyres becoming low on tread and starting to perish

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 27 Jan 2018 113,283 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges.O/S/F tyre has side wall damage.

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both [covers deteriorating] (1.7.5a)

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Rear exhaust silencer corroding

Rear tyres becoming low on tread and starting to perish

Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Jan 2017 103,211 miles

Damage down n/s of vehicle

Front Road wheel slightly damaged both (4.2.A.1a)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both light covers deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Fail 21 Jan 2017 103,211 miles

Damage down n/s of vehicle

Front Road wheel slightly damaged both (4.2.A.1a)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both light covers deteriorated (1.7.5a)

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 92,864 miles

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2015 82,210 miles

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2014 72,280 miles

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 66,033 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 66,032 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 62,677 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 57,448 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 50,962 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 44,933 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 38,235 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 32,168 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 26,046 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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ET03 TVA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ET03 TVA, 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 ET03 TVA registered?

ET03 TVA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is ET03 TVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET03 TVA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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