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EX03 RZT

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,441 mi
Last recorded110,441 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 RZT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 110,441 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both Fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 106,739 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 106,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 103,226 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 103,226 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 99,724 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 95,696 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 92,462 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 91,066 miles

Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 3 Dec 2019 91,066 miles

Offside Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged front to rear brake pipe not routed or clipped in properly on vehicle (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 20 Nov 2018 89,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear from split at fuel tank to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 89,538 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear from split at fuel tank to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear from split at fuel tank to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 87,586 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 85,242 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 83,100 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 80,459 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 77,947 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 74,096 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 70,499 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 65,103 miles

Steering rack bushers worn

Fail 22 Feb 2011 65,103 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear uneven wear

Steering rack bushers worn

Pass 24 Feb 2010 59,478 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 52,952 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 46,457 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 46,338 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 38,710 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 30,290 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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EX03 RZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EX03 RZT, 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 EX03 RZT registered?

EX03 RZT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is EX03 RZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 RZT shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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