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HV03 FJC

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

130,880 mi
Last recorded130,880 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 FJC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 130,880 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 125,223 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 125,223 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 112,254 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 105,014 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 97,783 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

cam belt due at 100,000 miles

Fail 23 Oct 2014 97,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

cam belt due at 100,000 miles

rear wiper

Fail 27 Sep 2013 82,394 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 82,394 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 72,558 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 72,558 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 63,182 miles

long travel in parking brake lever

Pass 1 Oct 2011 58,512 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 58,512 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 46,390 miles

Advise stonechips in windscreen

Fail 8 Oct 2010 46,390 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Advise stonechips in windscreen

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 40,502 miles

front brake pads half worn

nearside front wiper blade split

Fail 1 Feb 2010 40,502 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front brake pads half worn

nearside front wiper blade split

Pass 15 Jan 2009 33,105 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 33,105 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 25,093 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 17,506 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 17,506 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2006 13,251 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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HV03 FJC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV03 FJC, 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 HV03 FJC registered?

HV03 FJC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 April 2003.

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