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FE53 ULM

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,327 mi
Last recorded36,327 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 ULM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 36,327 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 28,333 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 28,186 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 27,995 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 27,995 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 27,803 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 27,475 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 27,475 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 26,868 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 25,671 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 24,527 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 22,735 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 22,735 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 20,802 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 18,781 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 17,256 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 15,417 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,055 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 12,486 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 7,131 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 6,250 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 4,474 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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FE53 ULM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 FE53 ULM, 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 FE53 ULM registered?

FE53 ULM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FE53 ULM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 ULM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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