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RJ03 VUB

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,588 mi
Last recorded73,588 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 VUB
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 73,588 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 72,624 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 71,830 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 71,829 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2023 71,196 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 70,243 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 70,108 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 69,883 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 69,533 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 66,664 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 63,851 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 61,191 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 61,191 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2015 56,163 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 51,321 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 46,940 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 May 2012 41,762 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,415 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 38,415 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 34,013 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 34,013 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 29,953 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 29,952 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 26,088 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 26,088 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 May 2007 22,126 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 19,381 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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RJ03 VUB is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RJ03 VUB, 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 RJ03 VUB registered?

RJ03 VUB is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is RJ03 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ03 VUB shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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