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AP53 APZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

92,514 mi
Last recorded92,514 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 APZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2021 92,514 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

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))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 72,462 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component inner joint (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 55,116 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 41,337 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 38,758 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2017 38,758 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 32,959 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front bearing holder hub corroded

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front bearing holder hub corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2016 32,959 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front bearing holder hub corroded

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front bearing holder hub corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2015 27,396 miles

Offside Front suspension hub badly corroded renew as soon as possible

Pass 7 Oct 2014 21,225 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 21,219 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

both ends of rack very wet with oil but no drips during test (possible leaking rack)

both rear tyres have cuts in outer parts of tread

Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,651 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 16,391 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 14,089 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 12,107 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 10,571 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 8,972 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 7,285 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 5,634 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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AP53 APZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AP53 APZ, 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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AP53 APZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 6 November 2003.

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