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RA03 AED

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

59,429 mi
Last recorded59,429 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 AED
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 59,429 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2026 59,429 miles

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

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

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

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 50,933 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 39,984 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 39,983 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 30,514 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 20,192 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 10,548 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 7,236 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 7,157 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 7,073 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 7,073 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 7,033 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 6,896 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 6,877 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 6,723 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 6,552 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 6,369 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 6,035 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 5,717 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 4,938 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 4,073 miles

bonet was difficult to open on time of test

Pass 12 Jul 2006 3,275 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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RA03 AED is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RA03 AED, 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 RA03 AED registered?

RA03 AED is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is RA03 AED safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 AED shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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