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HT03 ARU

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,881 mi
Last recorded89,881 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT03 ARU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 89,881 miles

Front tyres both smooth inner edge

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 79,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

windscreen washers provide just enough liquid

Pass 7 Jul 2021 69,480 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 69,480 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 67,778 miles

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

coolant weap

Pass 22 May 2019 65,960 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 22 May 2019 65,959 miles

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

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

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 63,814 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 63,807 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 11 May 2017 61,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 May 2017 61,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 May 2016 58,628 miles

rear number plate condition starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 May 2015 55,566 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 51,585 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 47,606 miles

coolent header tank leaking

Fail 9 May 2013 47,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

coolent header tank leaking

Pass 17 May 2012 44,234 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 38,309 miles

o/s n/s front suspension top mounting nuts showing corrosion

Pass 5 May 2010 32,010 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 32,010 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 May 2009 26,243 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 22,930 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 14 Jun 2007 18,607 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 13,939 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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HT03 ARU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HT03 ARU, 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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HT03 ARU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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