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LG03 FZU

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 FZU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 100,195 miles

Brake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 98,917 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 97,440 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 97,440 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 94,647 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 90,323 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished around outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 86,266 miles

both headlights deteriorating / offside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 1 Sep 2016 82,138 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear tyres perished

Fail 1 Sep 2016 82,138 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Aug 2015 77,886 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

osr tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 1 Sep 2014 73,754 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Sep 2013 69,292 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 66,345 miles

gearbox mount starting to crack

Pass 17 Apr 2012 60,362 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 52,911 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 47,722 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 42,656 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 42,656 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 36,083 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 36,083 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 28,189 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 20,476 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 20,476 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LG03 FZU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LG03 FZU, 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 LG03 FZU registered?

LG03 FZU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LG03 FZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 FZU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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