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ML03 WJU

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

121,527 mi
Last recorded121,527 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 WJU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 121,527 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

adv o/s and n/s rear shocker boot ins

Pass 13 Jun 2014 117,416 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 107,243 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

brake discs worn

e.m.light on

h/light lens covers in poor condition

rear exh support bracket corroded

rear s/abs [dust covers adrift]

Fail 26 Jun 2013 107,241 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

brake discs worn

e.m.light on

h/light lens covers in poor condition

rear exh support bracket corroded

rear s/abs [dust covers adrift]

Pass 20 Jun 2012 98,352 miles

E.M. LIGHT STAYING ON

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR SHOCK ABS DUST COVERS LOOSE

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

SLIGHT LEAK ON STEERING RACK

Fail 20 Jun 2012 98,351 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

E.M. LIGHT STAYING ON

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR SHOCK ABS DUST COVERS LOOSE

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

SLIGHT LEAK ON STEERING RACK

Pass 1 Jul 2011 88,496 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 88,254 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre walls damaged

Fail 25 Jun 2010 76,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 76,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 64,483 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 52,716 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 52,716 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 42,903 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 42,901 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake pads will require renewing soon

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

Wiper blades worn

Pass 29 Jun 2006 31,972 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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ML03 WJU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ML03 WJU, 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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ML03 WJU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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