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LX03 VLV

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

112,695 mi
Last recorded112,695 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 VLV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 112,695 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 25 Mar 2022 112,895 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Mar 2021 106,861 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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front number plate slightly deteriated

Fail 11 Mar 2021 106,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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front number plate slightly deteriated

Pass 16 Mar 2020 102,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 102,482 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 95,655 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 95,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 94,567 miles

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

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)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 92,858 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 91,079 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2015 89,112 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 89,112 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 87,237 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 87,237 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 84,331 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 80,182 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 80,182 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 73,618 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 73,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 65,791 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 65,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 57,953 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 49,849 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 49,849 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 41,756 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 32,848 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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LX03 VLV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 LX03 VLV, 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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What year was LX03 VLV registered?

LX03 VLV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is LX03 VLV safe to buy?

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