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LX03 VJL

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

54,682 mi
Last recorded54,682 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 VJL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 54,682 miles

wiper blades fouling. poss wrong size

Pass 14 Jan 2025 54,289 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 53,703 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 52,874 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both beam patterns vague (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 51,902 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 51,491 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2020 50,145 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 50,145 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 48,911 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 47,418 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 46,083 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 44,437 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 42,736 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 40,134 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 37,043 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 34,167 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,822 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 27,662 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 24,115 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 20,880 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 17,543 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 13,481 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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LX03 VJL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver 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 LX03 VJL, 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 LX03 VJL registered?

LX03 VJL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is LX03 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 VJL 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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