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VK03 GSV

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,209 mi
Last recorded51,209 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 GSV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 51,209 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

CORROSION UNDERNEATH

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 48,660 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Slight corrosion underneath

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 48,660 miles

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Slight corrosion underneath

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 46,769 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 45,590 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 43,532 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 40,003 miles

Slight corrosion underneath

Fail 29 Jul 2021 40,002 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Slight corrosion underneath

Pass 3 Aug 2020 39,195 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 37,232 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 37,232 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 33,396 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 33,395 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 32,894 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 31,411 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 29,933 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 28,512 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 27,356 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 26,735 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 26,190 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 25,640 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 23,227 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 20,978 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 18,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 16,234 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 13,693 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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VK03 GSV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VK03 GSV, 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 VK03 GSV registered?

VK03 GSV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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