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DU53 FDX

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

99,740 mi
Last recorded99,740 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 FDX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 99,740 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to nearside rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 96,324 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 91,887 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 91,865 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 86,847 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

exhaust corroded

under body and suspension parts corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2018 82,987 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 82,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 76,670 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre wearing low on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear front and rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 1 Sep 2016 70,963 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened H FRAME (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 63,859 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 57,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front 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 18 Sep 2013 50,223 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 42,963 miles

headlight lens slightly deterioated

nearside rear and offside front tyre wearing low

Pass 28 Sep 2011 35,812 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 35,780 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 29,346 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 22,987 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 16,548 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 7,695 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 2,607 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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DU53 FDX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DU53 FDX, 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 DU53 FDX registered?

DU53 FDX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is DU53 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 FDX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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