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AP53 EHX

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

169,184 mi
Last recorded169,184 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 EHX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 169,184 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides axle mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 169,184 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides axle mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 159,253 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

both front brake discs are showing signs of corrosion

exhaust is corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2017 144,783 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 130,310 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 115,086 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 99,602 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 85,004 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear exhaust hanger deteriated

Pass 11 Jun 2012 71,156 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 60,664 miles

Corrosion showing on front and rear metal brake pipe sections.

Pass 25 May 2010 54,590 miles

corrosion showing on front and rear metal brake pipe sections. Nearside rear shock absorber is leaking.

Pass 5 Jun 2009 49,153 miles

Rear brake pipe sections showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 3 Jun 2008 41,746 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 37,086 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 34,561 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 34,325 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 EHX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EHX, 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 EHX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 2 December 2003.

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