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FA03 HBL

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

48,966 mi
Last recorded48,966 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 HBL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 48,966 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 48,393 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 47,789 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear axle frame corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2023 47,475 miles

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

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

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

Rear Axle has surface rust

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 46,809 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 46,513 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 46,314 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 46,001 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 45,405 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Mar 2017 43,880 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 41,182 miles

Condition of wipers

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 40,520 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 39,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2013 36,737 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Mar 2012 32,837 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 28,929 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 13 Mar 2010 25,034 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 20,130 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 14,959 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 7,835 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2007 7,835 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 6,054 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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FA03 HBL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 FA03 HBL, 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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FA03 HBL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is FA03 HBL safe to buy?

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