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AX53 DZW

2004 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,980 mi
Last recorded115,980 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fusion63,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 DZW
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 115,980 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 113,384 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 109,983 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 109,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 106,110 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 102,478 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 100,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective discoloured (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing & worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on the outer edge

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective discoloured (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 96,894 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 91,538 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 84,349 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 78,133 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 69,009 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 69,009 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 59,980 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 53,379 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 53,379 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 43,621 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 40,172 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 37,529 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 34,309 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 30,994 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 25,864 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 24,976 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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AX53 DZW is a 2004 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 63,349 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 AX53 DZW, 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 22 years old, this Ford Fusion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX53 DZW registered?

AX53 DZW is a 2004 Ford Fusion, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is AX53 DZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 DZW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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