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FY03 MXT

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

60,160 mi
Last recorded60,160 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 MXT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 60,160 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 58,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

eml on

Fail 13 Mar 2019 57,996 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

eml on

Pass 14 Mar 2018 57,149 miles

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

front headlamp lenses fadded

n/s front door mirror cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2017 56,413 miles

both front headlamp lenses fadded

Fail 21 Feb 2017 56,413 miles

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

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

both front headlamp lenses fadded

Pass 9 Feb 2016 54,467 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 52,218 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 50,193 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 47,690 miles

power steering pump slightly leaking

Pass 16 Feb 2012 44,897 miles

power steering slight leak

Pass 27 Jan 2011 41,445 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 38,565 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 38,546 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 31,575 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 29,867 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 15,377 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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FY03 MXT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 FY03 MXT, 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 FY03 MXT registered?

FY03 MXT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is FY03 MXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 MXT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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