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EA53 SJX

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,530 mi
Last recorded132,530 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 SJX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 132,530 miles

engine management light on

Pass 24 May 2014 129,990 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front discs and pads showing signs of wear.

Pass 20 May 2013 120,277 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/r tyre becoming low on tread

Pass 21 May 2012 109,846 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 98,738 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 May 2011 98,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 May 2010 84,893 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear bumpsops deteriorated.

Pass 21 May 2010 84,893 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear bumpsops deteriorated.

Pass 22 May 2009 70,831 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 54,301 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 30,357 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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EA53 SJX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EA53 SJX, 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 EA53 SJX registered?

EA53 SJX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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