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EK53 ZHV

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

214,523 mi
Last recorded214,523 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 ZHV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 214,523 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 214,363 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 189,412 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 189,412 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 175,848 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2015 175,848 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 161,112 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2014 161,112 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 144,330 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 128,977 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 112,408 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 97,773 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 82,454 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 62,915 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 43,878 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 27,909 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 ZHV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZHV, 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 ZHV registered?

EK53 ZHV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is EK53 ZHV safe to buy?

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