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FL03 VCG

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

62,235 mi
Last recorded62,235 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 VCG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 62,235 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 51,671 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 47,831 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 47,831 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 38,934 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nailed ()

Pass 1 May 2018 34,105 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2018 34,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 25,271 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 10 May 2016 22,308 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 21,785 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 21,785 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 21,268 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 21,268 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 20,735 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 20,268 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 19,379 miles

both front tyres very close to limit

Pass 18 Mar 2010 17,674 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 15,053 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 15,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 12,855 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 10,699 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 8,328 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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FL03 VCG is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FL03 VCG, 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 FL03 VCG registered?

FL03 VCG is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is FL03 VCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 VCG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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