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EK53 OFM

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,365 mi
Last recorded106,365 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 OFM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2025 106,365 miles

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

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 103,355 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 98,522 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 98,522 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 92,993 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 88,450 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 83,811 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 78,979 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 71,899 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 65,407 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 60,688 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 55,050 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 50,106 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 50,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 45,043 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 40,274 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 33,788 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 31,060 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 27,069 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 22,570 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 18,751 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 14,188 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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EK53 OFM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc 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 EK53 OFM, 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 EK53 OFM registered?

EK53 OFM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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The MOT history for EK53 OFM shows 22 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.

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