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KU03 OVL

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

87,545 mi
Last recorded87,545 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 OVL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 87,545 miles

both front headlights tarnished

front and rear number plates deteriorating

front grill broken

general body corrosion

o/s and n/s/r tyre split and perished

rear brake pipes corroding

rear shocks weak

Fail 5 Aug 2021 87,506 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits TOO LOW (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration Excessive smoke emitted from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits TOO HIGH (8.2.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect n/s/f (5.3.2 (d))

Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect o/s/f (5.3.2 (d))

Shock top mount corroded and fixing nut corroded

both front headlights tarnished

front and rear number plates deteriorating

front grill broken

general body corrosion

o/s and n/s/r tyre split and perished

rear brake pipes corroding

rear shocks weak

Pass 4 Aug 2020 86,040 miles

O/S/F shock leaking

all 4 shocks very weak

front and rear plate discoloring

front shocks heavily corroded

inlet vacuum pipe split

rear axle bushes splitting

rear shocks leaking

rear tyres perishing

very slight gear box oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2019 84,091 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 84,091 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 32,115 miles

front number plate discoloured

metal brake pipes corroding

o/s/f shock absorber damp

Fail 10 Apr 2018 32,111 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brakes pulsating slightly

front number plate discoloured

metal brake pipes corroding

o/s/f shock absorber damp

Pass 22 Feb 2017 77,789 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 70,651 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 63,844 miles

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

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)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 63,844 miles

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

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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 57,689 miles

bonnet catch worn

Pass 5 Mar 2013 53,894 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside and offside rear tyres cracked

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 14 Mar 2012 49,856 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 49,845 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 46,527 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 10 Mar 2010 43,229 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 38,784 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 33,183 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 27,465 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 22,071 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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KU03 OVL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KU03 OVL, 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 KU03 OVL registered?

KU03 OVL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is KU03 OVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 OVL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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