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EX03 TVJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,413 mi
Last recorded75,413 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 TVJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 75,413 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view just passed (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 75,413 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view just passed (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 68,616 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 66,572 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 65,571 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 65,369 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 64,961 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 64,398 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Aug 2014 64,398 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Aug 2013 63,817 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 63,811 miles

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

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 63,096 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 62,207 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 61,247 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 60,174 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 58,075 miles

n/s front fog light unit loose and insecure

one rear parking sensor missing or not fitted correctly

Pass 27 Feb 2008 53,367 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 41,556 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 32,368 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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EX03 TVJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EX03 TVJ, 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 EX03 TVJ registered?

EX03 TVJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is EX03 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 TVJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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