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DA53 FCL

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,447 mi
Last recorded113,447 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 FCL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 113,447 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 106,303 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 100,807 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 93,974 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 88,840 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 88,840 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 83,902 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 78,816 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 71,925 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 71,925 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2009 61,964 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2008 52,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 52,561 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 43,684 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 35,153 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 35,112 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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DA53 FCL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 DA53 FCL, 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 DA53 FCL registered?

DA53 FCL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is DA53 FCL safe to buy?

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