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EF03 APU

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,081 mi
Last recorded52,081 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 APU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 52,081 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 42,564 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 42,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 33,714 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 30,421 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 22,852 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 19,700 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 18,433 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 18,083 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 17,663 miles

all tyres showing signs of age (cracking around sidewalls)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 16,865 miles

Offside Front tyre showing signs of age (cracking around sidewall)

Rear both tyres showing signs of age (cracking around sidewalls)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 16,168 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 15,409 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 14,511 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 13,880 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 13,216 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 12,167 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 11,007 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 9,738 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 8,574 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 6,296 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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EF03 APU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EF03 APU, 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 EF03 APU registered?

EF03 APU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 August 2003.

Is EF03 APU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 APU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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