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LW03 UTU

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,328 mi
Last recorded58,328 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 UTU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2015 58,328 miles

o/s/f tyre slightly perished and has cut in side wall

surface corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 19 May 2014 48,615 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated outer sidewall

Pass 10 May 2013 37,986 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 27,776 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2012 27,774 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 23,113 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2008 23,113 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 19,381 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 16,779 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 UTU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UTU, 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 LW03 UTU registered?

LW03 UTU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is LW03 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW03 UTU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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