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LW03 SXG

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,860 mi
Last recorded163,860 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 SXG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 163,860 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 163,728 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2019 148,187 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 148,124 miles

Central Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Fuel system component leaking Injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 132,854 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 132,406 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 118,787 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 115,304 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 115,304 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 109,170 miles

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement engine/gearbox (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 103,306 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 98,183 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 94,436 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2012 89,159 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 81,303 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 71,894 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 58,769 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 50,904 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 42,229 miles

gearbox oil dripping from casing while idling

Pass 28 Jun 2006 34,705 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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LW03 SXG is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LW03 SXG, 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

How do I check the history of LW03 SXG?

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What year was LW03 SXG registered?

LW03 SXG is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is LW03 SXG safe to buy?

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