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AV53 PJO

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

190,780 mi
Last recorded190,780 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 PJO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 190,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust deteriorated slightly

Pass 18 Nov 2013 183,889 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 16 Nov 2012 166,478 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

bonnet catch damaged but still functional

window screen damaged outside swept area

Fail 16 Nov 2012 166,478 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

bonnet catch damaged but still functional

window screen damaged outside swept area

Pass 18 Nov 2011 142,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 113,878 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2010 113,835 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Both rear tyres appear to have been run at low pressure or flat

Pass 4 Nov 2009 99,876 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 99,721 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 84,798 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 66,551 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 44,798 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 PJO is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PJO, 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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AV53 PJO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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