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AX53 FBG

2004 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

104,904 mi
Last recorded104,904 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Fusion63,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 FBG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 104,904 miles

both n/s and o/s front lower ball joint dust covers starting to split.

stone chip in centre of front screen.

various oil leaks front and rear of engine.

various sections of metal brake pipe signs of corrosion.

Pass 12 Feb 2019 102,919 miles

stone chip in centre of front screen.

both front lower ball joint dust covers starting to split/perish.

various metal brake pipes signs of corrosion.

various oil leaks.

Pass 7 Feb 2018 99,219 miles

o/s/r tyre close to 1.6mm.

stone chip in centre of front screen.

various brake pipes signs of corrosion.

Pass 10 Feb 2017 96,764 miles

o/s/r tyre close to 1.6 mm.

various brake pipes signs of corrosion.

Fail 9 Feb 2017 96,760 miles

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

o/s/r tyre close to 1.6 mm.

various brake pipes signs of corrosion.

Pass 8 Feb 2016 94,084 miles

lower coils on rear springs rusty.

o/s/f brake pipe rusty.

o/s/r brake pipe rusty.

o/s/r tyre 2mm.

Pass 5 Feb 2015 91,600 miles

both rear shock top dust covers come adrift (fallen down)

both rear tyres geting low.

slight leak from injector sealing ring.

stone chip in center of front screen.

Pass 3 Feb 2014 88,661 miles

both front brake pipes light surface rust/corrosion.

both n/s tyres close to 1.6 mm.

both rear shock top dust covers come adrift and fallen down.

stone chip in center of front screen.

Pass 4 Feb 2013 84,335 miles

n/s/r top shock dust cover come adrift.

stone chip in center of front screen.

Pass 3 Feb 2012 76,736 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 74,242 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 68,538 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 61,380 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 48,897 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 36,261 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 FBG is a 2004 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FBG, 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 FBG registered?

AX53 FBG is a 2004 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 February 2004.

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