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BU03 LDA

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

111,526 mi
Last recorded111,526 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 LDA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 111,526 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2025 111,525 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 109,525 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 107,113 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 104,941 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 102,863 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 100,922 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 97,981 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 92,026 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 84,408 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 77,320 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 69,222 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 61,203 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 53,690 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2012 44,505 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 35,910 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 34,299 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 32,105 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 28,969 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 25,674 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 25,674 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 19,670 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 14,177 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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BU03 LDA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BU03 LDA, 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 BU03 LDA registered?

BU03 LDA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BU03 LDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 LDA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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