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MV03 PVZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

116,877 mi
Last recorded116,877 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 PVZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 116,877 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres showing signs of deterioration

eml on

Fail 25 Jul 2017 116,877 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres showing signs of deterioration

eml on

Pass 3 Aug 2016 113,068 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

all tyres showing signs of deterioration

Fail 2 Aug 2016 113,068 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

all tyres showing signs of deterioration

Pass 16 Jul 2015 107,812 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 107,785 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

power steering noisy

Pass 10 Jun 2014 100,485 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 95,065 miles

both rear wheel bearings noise

Pass 26 Oct 2012 87,835 miles

Front brake discs worn

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

Nearside rear coil spring corroding

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

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

Offside rear tyre perishing

Steering rack damp ( no leak found at time of test)

Fail 20 Oct 2012 87,752 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Front brake discs worn

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

Nearside rear coil spring corroding

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

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

Offside rear tyre perishing

Steering rack damp ( no leak found at time of test)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 75,621 miles

Gearbox oil leak from offside diff seal

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 13 Oct 2011 75,621 miles

Gearbox oil leak from offside diff seal

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

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 67,110 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 61,227 miles

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

dampness to steering rack

Fail 17 Oct 2009 61,209 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

dampness to steering rack

Pass 29 Oct 2008 54,685 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 54,685 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 54,207 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 46,801 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 46,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 30,660 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 30,660 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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MV03 PVZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc 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 MV03 PVZ, 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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MV03 PVZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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