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SO03 VWJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

130,418 mi
Last recorded130,418 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 VWJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 130,418 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

fuel filler pipes corroded

Fail 26 Nov 2018 130,380 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

fuel filler pipes corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2017 128,126 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 120,521 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 107,423 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 93,574 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 79,779 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 68,287 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 68,287 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 65,899 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 63,595 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 59,458 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 52,887 miles

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 52,872 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 37,736 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 25,460 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 25,460 miles

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)

both rear tyres 2-3mm outer edge

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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SO03 VWJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 SO03 VWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO03 VWJ registered?

SO03 VWJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is SO03 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO03 VWJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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