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VU03 KNB

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

95,526 mi
Last recorded95,526 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 KNB
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 95,526 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 95,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall separation of its structure deep cracks (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall separation of its structure deep cracks (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 90,050 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 90,050 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 84,372 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 84,372 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 78,996 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 71,897 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 71,897 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 62,606 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 53,890 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 53,890 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 42,993 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 42,993 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 31,084 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,084 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 20,001 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 18,892 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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VU03 KNB is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 VU03 KNB, 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 VU03 KNB registered?

VU03 KNB is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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The MOT history for VU03 KNB shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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