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EN53 LBO

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,977 mi
Last recorded37,977 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 LBO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 37,977 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 37,976 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play BOTH (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 37,766 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 37,447 miles

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

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively INNER (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 37,099 miles

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

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 36,548 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 35,914 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 35,914 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 35,268 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 34,384 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 33,281 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 31,797 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 30,163 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 30,163 miles

Fuel system component leaking injector blowing fuel and fumes (7.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 28,155 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 26,030 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 23,871 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 21,767 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 19,658 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 16,268 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 13,787 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 11,174 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 9,082 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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EN53 LBO is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 EN53 LBO, 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

How do I check the history of EN53 LBO?

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What year was EN53 LBO registered?

EN53 LBO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is EN53 LBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 LBO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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