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LR03 FWV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,370 mi
Last recorded111,370 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 FWV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 111,370 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 111,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 107,020 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 102,647 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2023 102,647 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing there but not fitted (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 98,491 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 95,082 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 93,640 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 88,505 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 83,164 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 80,695 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 77,257 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 73,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Mar 2014 68,307 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 64,342 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,805 miles

o/s/f wiper blade

Pass 23 Mar 2011 57,631 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 54,180 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 49,319 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 49,319 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 44,790 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 39,002 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 39,001 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 32,187 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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LR03 FWV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc 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 LR03 FWV, 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.

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What year was LR03 FWV registered?

LR03 FWV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is LR03 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 FWV 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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