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PL03 NKP

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

97,659 mi
Last recorded97,659 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 NKP
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 97,659 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside n/s sill damaged

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 92,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

n/s sill damaged

Pass 12 Jun 2020 85,538 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2020 85,535 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 80,280 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 77,038 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 77,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 73,076 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 69,828 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edges.

Fail 9 Jun 2016 69,828 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edges.

Pass 12 Jun 2015 65,456 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 65,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2014 60,311 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 53,709 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 44,779 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 36,549 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 29,272 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 25,222 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 20,872 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 17,275 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 12,043 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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PL03 NKP 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 81%.

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 PL03 NKP, 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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What year was PL03 NKP registered?

PL03 NKP is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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