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NC03 FGU

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,270 mi
Last recorded91,270 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC03 FGU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 91,270 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 91,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Feed to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 87,942 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 87,942 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 84,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 77,789 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 76,742 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 16 Aug 2016 76,742 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 75,201 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 75,201 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 72,248 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 69,229 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 65,989 miles

rear exhaust box deteriated

Pass 31 Aug 2011 60,027 miles

exhaust rusty

Fail 30 Aug 2011 60,027 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2010 56,957 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 49,570 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 41,211 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

both front tyres low

Fail 18 Jun 2008 41,211 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

both front tyres low

Pass 6 Jul 2007 33,388 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 26,651 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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NC03 FGU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NC03 FGU, 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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NC03 FGU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 July 2003.

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