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EF53 DTX

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,493 mi
Last recorded52,493 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 DTX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 52,493 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 51,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 50,044 miles

Both headlight lens deteriorating

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 49,299 miles

Both headlights deteriorating

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 48,452 miles

Both headlights deteriorating

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 47,441 miles

Both headlights deteriorating

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Locking nut (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Locking nut (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 46,594 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 44,433 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 42,572 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 41,322 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 40,175 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 38,876 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2013 37,333 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 37,333 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 35,589 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 33,290 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 31,221 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 28,832 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 26,252 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 26,252 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 23,669 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 18,376 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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EF53 DTX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 EF53 DTX, 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 EF53 DTX registered?

EF53 DTX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is EF53 DTX safe to buy?

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