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EY53 RTV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

113,403 mi
Last recorded113,403 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 RTV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 113,403 miles

Both front brake discs worn and corroded

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 113,395 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 109,739 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 100,710 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 84,099 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 72,035 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 67,636 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 62,410 miles

Rear tyre walls cracking

Pass 17 Oct 2016 60,293 miles

Nearside headlamp lens deteriorating

Rear tyre walls cracking

Pass 16 Oct 2015 57,867 miles

rear exhaust mount broken,not insecure.rear tyre walls cracked

Pass 10 Oct 2014 55,673 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 54,032 miles

slightly cracking outter wall n/s/rear tyre

Pass 8 Oct 2012 53,721 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 53,317 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 53,317 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 52,879 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 52,165 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 47,794 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 41,594 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 34,073 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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EY53 RTV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EY53 RTV, 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 EY53 RTV registered?

EY53 RTV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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