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MA03 MKF

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,126 mi
Last recorded91,126 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA03 MKF
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Fail 6 Oct 2023 91,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and offside front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Front bumper damaged

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 89,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 89,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 88,318 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 86,636 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Nearside Front mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 85,794 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 80,177 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 71,889 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 71,889 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 66,848 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 59,307 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 59,307 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 52,426 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 46,129 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2013 46,129 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2012 41,591 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 37,099 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Oct 2011 37,099 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 32,856 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 30,977 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 27,871 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 24,681 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 21,039 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 16,661 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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MA03 MKF is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MA03 MKF, 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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MA03 MKF is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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