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AO53 EOE

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

107,092 mi
Last recorded107,092 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 EOE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2022 107,092 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount part of chassis holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges and on wear limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount area of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald edge and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear both outer belts slow to retract

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 15 Oct 2021 86,678 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 86,131 miles

Central Front exhaust flex is poor condition and system corroded.

Central Rear exhaust heat shield is slightly loose.

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

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

Offside Front steering rack has slight weapage.

Rear both shock absorbers are poor condition.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 74,768 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 74,768 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 60,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 60,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 50,510 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 50,509 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 45,285 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2016 45,285 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 44,416 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front exhaust flexi cover loose

Pass 24 Sep 2014 43,125 miles

exhaust heat shield at rear loose

Pass 22 Aug 2013 41,731 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 40,212 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 38,262 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 36,420 miles

BOTH REAR TYRE TREADS GETTING LOW

N/S REAR WHEEL BUCKLED

Pass 27 Aug 2009 34,108 miles

N/S/REAR WHEEL BUCKELED

Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,507 miles

N/s/rear wheel buckeled and tyre nearly worn

Pass 29 Aug 2007 27,818 miles

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

osf tyre 2.25mm. † †nsr tyre 2mm on the outer edge of the tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2006 23,919 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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AO53 EOE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AO53 EOE, 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.

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AO53 EOE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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