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EK53 ZHX

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,847 mi
Last recorded98,847 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 ZHX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 98,847 miles

n/s and o/s headlamp lenses poor pattern

Pass 18 Jun 2014 89,813 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 76,750 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 62,915 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 58,841 miles

high parking brake travel

Pass 6 Apr 2011 58,449 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 53,656 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Apr 2010 53,656 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2009 43,225 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 43,225 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2008 34,026 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 26,024 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 26,024 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 24,431 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 ZHX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZHX, 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 EK53 ZHX registered?

EK53 ZHX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is EK53 ZHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 ZHX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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