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EA53 TXG

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

101,034 mi
Last recorded101,034 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 TXG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 101,034 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 95,333 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 90,768 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear shock absorber bump stop split

Pass 10 Jun 2015 84,439 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 84,289 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 78,301 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

slight play engine tie bar bush

Pass 23 Oct 2014 78,301 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight play engine tie bar bush

Pass 17 Oct 2013 71,313 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

slight play in rack

Fail 17 Oct 2013 71,313 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

slight play in rack

Pass 16 Oct 2012 64,420 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres wearing slightly uneven

Pass 5 Oct 2011 60,480 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 58,854 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 55,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Oct 2009 55,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 Oct 2008 45,030 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 45,030 miles

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2007 33,960 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 33,960 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 23,325 miles

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

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 TXG is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TXG, 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 TXG registered?

EA53 TXG is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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