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EO53 SXH

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

99,352 mi
Last recorded99,352 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 SXH
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2014 99,352 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

EML LIGHT ON

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 99,169 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 85,475 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 72,607 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 61,642 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 11 Oct 2011 61,642 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 50,002 miles

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

engine management lamp on / emissions close to limit

Pass 8 Oct 2009 40,825 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 40,816 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 37,749 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 31,989 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 31,989 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 24,668 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 SXH is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SXH, 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 SXH registered?

EO53 SXH is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is EO53 SXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO53 SXH shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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