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DA53 VVL

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,287 mi
Last recorded150,287 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 VVL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 150,287 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 150,153 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 129,855 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 30 Dec 2013 120,445 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Dec 2013 120,445 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 107,983 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 28 Dec 2011 96,710 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 84,088 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 72,632 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 58,446 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 39,929 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 26,828 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 VVL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VVL, 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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DA53 VVL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 December 2003.

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