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NC03 FKL

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

115,822 mi
Last recorded115,822 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC03 FKL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 115,822 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Apr 2016 105,260 miles

ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD PRIOR TO MOT TEST

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 105,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/60/15H (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/60/15T (4.1.E.1)

ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD PRIOR TO MOT TEST

NAIL IN OFFSIDE REAR TYRE

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 101,907 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 101,907 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 3 Apr 2014 97,905 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 94,347 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 94,347 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 90,881 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 90,881 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 83,257 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 78,896 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 78,889 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 72,761 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 72,761 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 72,761 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 62,358 miles

slight fluid moisture seen around power steering pump

Fail 26 Apr 2008 62,320 miles

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 Apr 2007 52,805 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 52,805 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 42,601 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 42,601 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 FKL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey 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 NC03 FKL, 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 FKL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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