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DF03 RUH

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,647 mi
Last recorded62,647 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 RUH
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 62,647 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 56,894 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface cracked (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 56,894 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface cracked (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 50,475 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 49,245 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

surface corrosion underbody components

Pass 10 Dec 2021 47,732 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 46,667 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 46,648 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 45,495 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 44,938 miles

Offside Rear rear lamp cracked but not showing white light

Pass 16 Jun 2017 44,037 miles

Offside Rear bumper insecure

Rear reflector loose

Pass 3 Jun 2016 43,223 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 42,425 miles

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

Coolant leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

nearside rear bump stop perished

Fail 27 May 2015 42,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Coolant leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

nearside rear bump stop perished

Pass 30 May 2014 41,666 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

water housing at side of engine leaking coolant

Pass 8 Jun 2013 39,451 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,719 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 25,643 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 24,892 miles

slight noise from osf driveshaft center bearing

Fail 20 Jul 2009 24,262 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 24,262 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 23,323 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 18,519 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 14,956 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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DF03 RUH is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 DF03 RUH, 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 DF03 RUH registered?

DF03 RUH is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is DF03 RUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 RUH shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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