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CX53 USO

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,627 mi
Last recorded96,627 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 USO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 96,627 miles

Coolant leak ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear wheel arch has damage

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2019 96,626 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords plus splitting tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus splitting due to age (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear wheel arch has damage

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

engine oil low

oil filter corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2018 91,617 miles

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

chip in centre of windsreen

exhaust is starting to corrode surface rust

floor panels chassis rails steering and suspension components are all starting to corrode surface rust

rear n/s tyre is starting to wear

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Fail 3 Sep 2018 91,615 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

chip in centre of windsreen

exhaust is starting to corrode surface rust

floor panels chassis rails steering and suspension components are all starting to corrode surface rust

rear n/s tyre is starting to wear

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Pass 28 Apr 2014 91,610 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 91,047 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

nsr tyre / wheel slightly out of shape

osf wheel bearing has slight noise

osr tyre slightly worn on outer edge

osr wheel bearing has slight noise

rear exhaust slightly curroded

Pass 4 May 2012 90,023 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 83,895 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 71,148 miles

both front tyres 3mm

both rear tyres 2mm

Pass 23 Sep 2009 58,775 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 58,756 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 46,559 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 33,061 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 33,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 21,782 miles

long travel at handbrake lever

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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CX53 USO is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CX53 USO, 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 CX53 USO registered?

CX53 USO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CX53 USO safe to buy?

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