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AK53 DNY

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,013 mi
Last recorded24,013 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 DNY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 24,013 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 21,865 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 21,865 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 20,097 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 18,959 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 18,236 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 17,280 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 16,274 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 15,285 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 13,735 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 13,735 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 12,364 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 11,057 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 9,838 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 9,212 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 5,932 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 5,606 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 5,330 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 4,802 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 4,406 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 3,824 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 3,157 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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AK53 DNY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AK53 DNY, 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 AK53 DNY registered?

AK53 DNY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AK53 DNY safe to buy?

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