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AO53 WSL

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,523 mi
Last recorded39,523 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 WSL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 39,523 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 31,668 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2023 29,121 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 28,480 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 27,910 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 27,456 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 27,186 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 26,865 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 26,557 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 25,792 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 25,403 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 25,399 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 24,791 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 24,140 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 23,364 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 22,783 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 22,296 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 21,748 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 21,748 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 20,413 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Aug 2007 18,074 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 14,877 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 WSL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey 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 AO53 WSL, 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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What year was AO53 WSL registered?

AO53 WSL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is AO53 WSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 WSL shows 22 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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