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W21 ARL

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,576 mi
Last recorded142,576 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW21 ARL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 142,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 28 Jul 2020 142,576 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 138,824 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 134,453 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 130,063 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 96,394 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 96,394 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 91,131 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 86,209 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 81,714 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 75,437 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

radiator coolant fan does not appear to be operateing

Pass 2 Aug 2011 65,920 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 56,391 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 56,391 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 46,775 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 41,259 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 37,678 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 26,649 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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W21 ARL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 W21 ARL, 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 W21 ARL registered?

W21 ARL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is W21 ARL safe to buy?

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