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DG53 VPD

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,166 mi
Last recorded98,166 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 VPD
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 98,166 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 98,166 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 94,798 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 91,820 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 86,130 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 77,553 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 62,169 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 48,425 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 40,123 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 26,967 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 23,386 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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DG53 VPD is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DG53 VPD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG53 VPD registered?

DG53 VPD is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is DG53 VPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 VPD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG53 VPD have outstanding finance?

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