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LD03 OTY

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

40,926 mi
Last recorded40,926 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 OTY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 40,926 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

nearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge

Pass 2 May 2025 38,907 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 35,818 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 32,690 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 29,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 27,922 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 27,592 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,916 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 25,941 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 25,122 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 24,270 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,008 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 21,955 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 20,369 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,443 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 17,394 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 15,522 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 14,149 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 11,656 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 9,258 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,593 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 7,593 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)

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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LD03 OTY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LD03 OTY, 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 LD03 OTY registered?

LD03 OTY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is LD03 OTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD03 OTY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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