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FH03 VKF

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

131,300 mi
Last recorded131,300 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 VKF
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 131,300 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 118,052 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes corroded at rear (3.6.B.2c)

emissions passed

heat shield inscure above rear box (removed)

suggest tracking check n/s front worn outer edge

wipers worn o/s starting to split

Fail 1 Jun 2016 118,052 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes corroded at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

emissions passed

heat shield inscure above rear box (removed)

suggest tracking check n/s front worn outer edge

wipers worn o/s starting to split

Pass 29 May 2015 106,063 miles

N/S/F brake hose slightly twisted

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 May 2014 99,165 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 29 May 2014 99,135 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 May 2013 92,173 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2013 92,172 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 82,904 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 72,308 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 72,308 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 62,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2010 62,503 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 53,017 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 May 2009 53,017 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 42,919 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 27 May 2008 42,919 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 33,256 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 May 2006 23,835 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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FH03 VKF is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FH03 VKF, 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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What year was FH03 VKF registered?

FH03 VKF is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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