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VO03 VGA

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,203 mi
Last recorded97,203 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 VGA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 97,203 miles

Both rear tyres approaching tread depth limit

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 92,203 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases inlet pipe to rear silencer corroded through (7.1.2)

Both rear tyres approaching tread depth limit

Pass 6 Nov 2015 88,449 miles

headlamps deteriorated

rear tyres cracked in tread

Pass 10 Nov 2014 76,827 miles

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

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

osf tyre perished

Fail 10 Nov 2014 76,827 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

osf tyre perished

Pass 8 Nov 2013 64,485 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 64,485 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 55,586 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 48,715 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 41,826 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 37,080 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 37,077 miles

Towbar fixing obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2)

Towbar mounting obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 32,098 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 25,899 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 19,422 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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VO03 VGA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VO03 VGA, 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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VO03 VGA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 July 2003.

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