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VN03 AZA

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

97,330 mi
Last recorded97,330 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 AZA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Fail 27 Oct 2025 97,330 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2024 92,366 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 92,363 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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 light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 88,173 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 88,172 miles

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 84,256 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2022 84,255 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 80,741 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 80,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Coolant leak ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 77,319 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 73,162 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 68,883 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 64,691 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear slight noise from wheel bearing

Pass 2 Nov 2016 60,268 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 54,143 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 51,170 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 47,624 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 44,370 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 40,996 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Nov 2010 37,712 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 37,712 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 34,247 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 31,065 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 31,065 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 27,885 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 24,950 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 23,804 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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VN03 AZA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 VN03 AZA, 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 VN03 AZA registered?

VN03 AZA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is VN03 AZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 AZA shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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