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FP03 JBV

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,398 mi
Last recorded85,398 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 JBV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 85,398 miles

Front Wiper blades split but still clearing screen.

Horn slightly quieter than normal but still loud enough.

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

Nearside Rear Damper dust cover damaged/missing

Offside Rear Damper dust cover damaged / missing

Offside Rear Door window glass missing.

Rear Exhaust heatshield loose

Slight oil build up on front of engine

Pass 10 Nov 2014 81,200 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 77,914 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 72,350 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 68,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brakes appear to be worn

Pass 18 Oct 2011 68,660 miles

front brakes appear to be worn

Pass 1 Nov 2010 58,812 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 48,613 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 65,897 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009 45,209 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 39,485 miles

nearside front lower arm ball joint rubber split

Fail 2 Apr 2008 39,485 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

nearside front lower arm ball joint rubber split

Pass 4 Apr 2007 30,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 23,979 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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FP03 JBV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FP03 JBV, 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 FP03 JBV registered?

FP03 JBV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is FP03 JBV safe to buy?

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