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AK53 VXC

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,895 mi
Last recorded121,895 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VXC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 121,895 miles

the o/s/f and both main brake pipes are quite corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2014 117,896 miles

all brake pipes corroded

the o/s/f wheel bearing is starting to wear

Pass 10 Sep 2013 111,076 miles

the brake pipes are corroded front and rear

Pass 28 Sep 2012 96,892 miles

the front tyres are worn right to the legal limit

the o/s/f and o/s/ main brake pipes are corroded

the rear tyres are worn to 3mm

Pass 29 Sep 2011 88,080 miles

the o/s/f and o/s main brake pipes are corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2010 81,186 miles

the o/s/f and o/s main brake pipes are corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2009 73,192 miles

some wear in the steering rack and the o/s/f brake pipe is corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2008 63,176 miles

the n/s/f tyre is worn

Fail 16 Sep 2008 62,984 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine warning lamp on

the n/s/f tyre is worn

Pass 3 Sep 2007 53,771 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 45,153 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 VXC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VXC, 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 VXC registered?

AK53 VXC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VXC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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