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VE03 CFM

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

122,912 mi
Last recorded122,912 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 CFM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 122,912 miles

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

f/n/s tyre worn on edges

Fail 1 Aug 2017 122,909 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both [cloudy] (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

f/n/s tyre worn on edges

Pass 15 Feb 2017 118,455 miles

BOTH REAR SHOCKER COVERS NOT SECURE

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2017 118,452 miles

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

BOTH REAR SHOCKER COVERS NOT SECURE

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 105,338 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear shocker covers not secure

Fail 15 Feb 2016 105,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear shocker covers not secure

Pass 17 Feb 2015 94,778 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 80,910 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

nearside front brake hose fastner clip slightly loose

offside brake hose clip slighly loose

Fail 23 Jan 2013 66,300 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 66,300 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 53,017 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 37,414 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 34,910 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 34,910 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 32,280 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 29,014 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 23,276 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 23,276 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,770 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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VE03 CFM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 VE03 CFM, 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 VE03 CFM registered?

VE03 CFM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is VE03 CFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 CFM shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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