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FB53 FAM

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

113,445 mi
Last recorded113,445 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 FAM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2012 113,445 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 113,445 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 91,544 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 61,275 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front brake pads aprox 4mm

Pass 28 Jan 2010 59,887 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 48,825 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 26,484 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 26,484 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 9,143 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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FB53 FAM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FB53 FAM, 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 FB53 FAM?

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What year was FB53 FAM registered?

FB53 FAM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is FB53 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB53 FAM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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