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AK53 VXJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,702 mi
Last recorded38,702 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VXJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2010 38,702 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 26,022 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 19,520 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 19,520 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 16,314 miles

both front tyres getting low on outer edges

Pass 4 Oct 2006 13,679 miles

both front tyres getting low

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 VXJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VXJ, 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 VXJ registered?

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

Is AK53 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VXJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK53 VXJ have outstanding finance?

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