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AD03 VZV

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

126,261 mi
Last recorded126,261 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VZV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 126,261 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 122,533 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 118,775 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 112,016 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 108,031 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 102,173 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 98,795 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 94,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 87,910 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 79,153 miles

Oil leak ()

both front wiper blades deteriorated

headlight lenses deteriorated slightly effecting the beam pattern

Pass 18 Feb 2016 73,575 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2016 73,521 miles

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

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 68,190 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 66,880 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 65,441 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 65,441 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 60,791 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 23 Jun 2010 55,731 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 50,285 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 45,315 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 37,548 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 26,864 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AD03 VZV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AD03 VZV, 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 AD03 VZV registered?

AD03 VZV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is AD03 VZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VZV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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