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HV03 XUK

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,286 mi
Last recorded115,286 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 XUK
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 115,286 miles

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

front exhaust flexi damaged but not leaking exhaust gases

Fail 8 Jul 2015 115,286 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front exhaust flexi damaged but not leaking exhaust gases

Pass 27 May 2014 115,048 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2013 112,070 miles

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

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre on wear bars in centre of tread

Fail 14 Mar 2013 112,070 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre on wear bars in centre of tread

Pass 15 Mar 2012 107,185 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

gearbox oil leak (selector)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 11 Mar 2011 102,262 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

both rear shock absorbers dust covers loose

Pass 16 Mar 2010 96,902 miles

Both front tyres worn

Fail 16 Mar 2010 96,902 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both front tyres worn

Pass 10 Mar 2009 90,635 miles

Front screenwash switch faulty

Pass 29 Apr 2008 84,996 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 84,996 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear shock absorber shrouds insecure

front brakes unbalanced

Pass 17 Mar 2007 72,177 miles

both rear shock absorber shrouds insecure

Pass 9 Mar 2006 52,305 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 52,305 miles

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

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 XUK is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XUK, 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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HV03 XUK is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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