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AV53 LME

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,647 mi
Last recorded40,647 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 LME
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 40,647 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 37,230 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Feb 2017 34,832 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 32,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 30,226 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 29,682 miles

Nearside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Pass 23 Feb 2013 28,801 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 27,320 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 25,768 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 24,358 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 22,821 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 22,789 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 20,516 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 26 Feb 2008 20,516 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Feb 2007 17,525 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 15,629 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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AV53 LME is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue 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 AV53 LME, 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 AV53 LME registered?

AV53 LME is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 October 2003.

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