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FD53 CYL

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

52,008 mi
Last recorded52,008 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 CYL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 52,008 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 43,861 miles

oil leak

Fail 8 Apr 2017 43,676 miles

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

engine man lamp on

oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2016 41,357 miles

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

engine man lamp on

oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,146 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 37,146 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,312 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 32,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 26,081 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 23,834 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 21,439 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 19,433 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 17,194 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,883 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008
Pass 4 Oct 2007 12,311 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,326 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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FD53 CYL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FD53 CYL, 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 FD53 CYL registered?

FD53 CYL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is FD53 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 CYL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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