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VE03 FXP

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,683 mi
Last recorded106,683 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 FXP
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 106,683 miles

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

both front head lamp lens slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Sep 2024 98,889 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 92,460 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 88,118 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 88,118 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 82,098 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 82,098 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 77,609 miles

Brake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material borderline (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 72,731 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2019 72,731 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 66,761 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2018 66,761 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 58,791 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 58,791 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 53,653 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 48,997 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 42,568 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 3 Nov 2012 36,638 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 34,727 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 33,038 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 31,295 miles

nearside front tyre has side wall damage close to cords

Pass 12 Nov 2008 29,512 miles

n/s/f tyre has slight side wall damage

Pass 16 Nov 2007 25,197 miles

both rear tyres cracking

nearside front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 5 Jun 2006 21,444 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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VE03 FXP is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VE03 FXP, 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 VE03 FXP registered?

VE03 FXP is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is VE03 FXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 FXP shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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