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ML03 XCU

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,438 mi
Last recorded76,438 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 XCU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 76,438 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 66,843 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 58,580 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jun 2017 57,888 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 57,888 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 56,223 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 54,281 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 52,482 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 49,301 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 46,042 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 46,042 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011 42,703 miles

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

front washer switch playing up

Pass 8 Jun 2011 42,703 miles

front washer switch playing up

Pass 7 Jun 2010 39,804 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 39,804 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 35,809 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 32,744 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 32,744 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 29,459 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 25,410 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 XCU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ML03 XCU, 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 ML03 XCU registered?

ML03 XCU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is ML03 XCU safe to buy?

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