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PL03 VZT

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2024
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

103,735 mi
Last recorded103,735 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 VZT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2024 103,735 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 102,217 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2023 102,215 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 100,616 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 100,448 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 97,715 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 97,715 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 95,635 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 94,193 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 92,579 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 92,579 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 91,045 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Aug 2017 91,045 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 89,848 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 88,563 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 88,563 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 86,688 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 83,774 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 80,277 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 80,277 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 42,614 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 72,483 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 66,553 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2009 58,699 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 49,051 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

N/S/R tyre has uneven wear

Pass 26 Aug 2008 49,051 miles

N/S/R tyre has uneven wear

Pass 16 Apr 2007 30,372 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 18,211 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 18,211 miles

Offside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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 VZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 PL03 VZT, 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 VZT registered?

PL03 VZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 6 August 2003.

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