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FG03 XLW

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

82,802 mi
Last recorded82,802 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 XLW
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 82,802 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 77,146 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2016 77,413 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 69,120 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 68,677 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 64,189 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 59,865 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 59,865 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 53,372 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 53,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 48,161 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 39,246 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Nov 2007 39,246 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 17,728 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 17,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2006 14,925 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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FG03 XLW is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG03 XLW, 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 FG03 XLW registered?

FG03 XLW is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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The MOT history for FG03 XLW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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