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MK03 NXP

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 NXP
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2019

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

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no image visible on beam tester (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle lower than offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no image visible on beam tester (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak at joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering reservoir over full (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust shield insecure.

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 96,027 miles

EML lit upon inspection.

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 95,988 miles

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)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

EML lit upon inspection.

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 94,371 miles

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

Front wiper blades split at edge

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Mar 2017 94,346 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

engine m.i.l lamp on

oil leaks on engine and gearbox

wiper blades wearing

Pass 8 Apr 2016
Fail 7 Apr 2016

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)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 88,115 miles

Yhe N/S/F tyre wall has kerb damage but no cords are exposed

Fail 11 May 2015 88,115 miles

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)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Yhe N/S/F tyre wall has kerb damage but no cords are exposed

Fail 9 May 2014 82,205 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 82,205 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 75,635 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 67,056 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 60,037 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 60,037 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 51,597 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2010 51,597 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 44,442 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 36,891 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 26,527 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 20,610 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 20,610 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 NXP is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 MK03 NXP, 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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MK03 NXP is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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