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PL03 OSY

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,235 mi
Last recorded138,235 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 OSY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 138,235 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 133,867 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 127,009 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2014 127,009 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 118,795 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 111,644 miles

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

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

front brake discs slightly scored

Pass 3 Dec 2010 96,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centre exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 1 Dec 2009 76,361 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

object hanging from rear view mirror causing obstruction to drivers view greater than 40mm in zone'b'(removed)

rear no.plate slightly insecure

Pass 19 Dec 2008 68,010 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 62,414 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 38,810 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 38,810 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 OSY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OSY, 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 OSY registered?

PL03 OSY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is PL03 OSY safe to buy?

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