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FP03 OTZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

65,266 mi
Last recorded65,266 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 65,266 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear both n/s o/s brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear both n/s o/s outer shocker covers loose (5.3.2 (b))

little reserve travel in handbrake

oil leak

Pass 24 May 2023 60,129 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear main both n/s o/s brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear rear heat shield loose

Fail 22 May 2023 60,126 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak rear o/s shocker leaking [oil] (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure rear exhaust box bracket broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer headlight lens misty (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear main both n/s o/s brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear rear heat shield loose

little reserve travel in handbrake

Pass 24 May 2022 57,842 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 May 2021 55,762 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe on bulkhead (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 54,491 miles

Nearside Front mirror

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 52,479 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 49,767 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 22 May 2018 49,753 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 17 May 2017 47,513 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 45,134 miles

slight noise from osr wheel bearing

Pass 29 Apr 2015 42,428 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 42,414 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 39,622 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 36,084 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,355 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,421 miles

Slight pherising to all tyres

Pass 30 Mar 2010 25,229 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 22,281 miles

nearside rear tyre cut

Pass 10 Apr 2008 19,158 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 16,088 miles

front bumper damaged

Pass 1 Apr 2006 12,983 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 OTZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 OTZ, 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 OTZ registered?

FP03 OTZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is FP03 OTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 OTZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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