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MD03 FVU

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,953 mi
Last recorded70,953 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD03 FVU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 70,953 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced x2 (1.7.5a)

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

child seats x2

Pass 7 Nov 2014 68,942 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Nov 2013 65,069 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 60,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Dec 2011 57,741 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 57,741 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 56,579 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 56,579 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 51,935 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 40,269 miles

N/s/r tyre distorted slightly in tread area.

O/s/r tyre worn slightly in siide wall.

Pass 18 Dec 2007 29,155 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 20,542 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 18,285 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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MD03 FVU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MD03 FVU, 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 MD03 FVU registered?

MD03 FVU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is MD03 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD03 FVU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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