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EO53 SXB

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,627 mi
Last recorded106,627 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 SXB
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 106,627 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 100,772 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 100,772 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 91,985 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 91,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 84,993 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 75,180 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 68,997 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 68,997 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 58,650 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2019 58,650 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 50,103 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 40,575 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 33,593 miles

REAR GEARBOX STABILISER BUSH SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 11 Apr 2015 28,733 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 25,996 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 25,996 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 24,193 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 21,873 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 19,153 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 19,153 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 17,546 miles
Pass 17 May 2009 15,979 miles
Fail 17 May 2009 15,979 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 14,632 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 12,734 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 9,799 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 9,799 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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EO53 SXB is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EO53 SXB, 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 EO53 SXB registered?

EO53 SXB is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is EO53 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO53 SXB shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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