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LR03 RMU

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

64,492 mi
Last recorded64,492 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 RMU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 64,492 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 60,738 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 58,044 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 56,933 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 55,866 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 54,077 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 53,730 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 52,644 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 51,826 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 51,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 49,891 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,888 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 46,113 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 43,694 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,449 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 40,538 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 39,794 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 38,959 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 34,428 miles

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

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

parking brake travel requires adjustment/attention

Pass 14 Apr 2008 30,000 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 25,698 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 18,929 miles

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

rear footbrake low,85/80

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 RMU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc 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 LR03 RMU, 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

How do I check the history of LR03 RMU?

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What year was LR03 RMU registered?

LR03 RMU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is LR03 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 RMU 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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