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VN03 VZC

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

157,456 mi
Last recorded157,456 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 VZC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 157,456 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 135,867 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 116,014 miles

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

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

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

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 23 Sep 2015 92,157 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 71,138 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 71,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 53,975 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 16 Sep 2013 53,975 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Sep 2012 37,922 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 37,882 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 35,600 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 32,748 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 28,680 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 28,680 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 23,020 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 17,982 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 14,446 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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VN03 VZC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 VN03 VZC, 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 VN03 VZC registered?

VN03 VZC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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