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MK03 NUY

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

112,225 mi
Last recorded112,225 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 NUY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 112,225 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2020 112,225 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 106,925 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 106,925 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 109,619 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 109,619 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2017 100,200 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 87,825 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Sep 2016 87,824 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 72,493 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 72,467 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 52,558 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 48,218 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 45,404 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 43,579 miles

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

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

wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 11 Oct 2010 38,431 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 33,704 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 28,199 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 22,224 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 14,998 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 11,377 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

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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MK03 NUY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MK03 NUY, 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 MK03 NUY registered?

MK03 NUY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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The MOT history for MK03 NUY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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