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FH52 XKC

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,149 mi
Last recorded111,149 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 XKC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 111,149 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 102,725 miles

Engine light on

Fail 4 Dec 2024 102,725 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Engine light on

Pass 4 Dec 2023 93,189 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Dec 2022 81,669 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 78,431 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 74,783 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 74,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 71,500 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 71,014 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 70,512 miles

corroded fuel filler neck pipe

Pass 8 Sep 2015
Fail 7 Sep 2015

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 67,167 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 55,168 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 62,656 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 60,026 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 53,687 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 53,684 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 48,019 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 45,961 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 43,282 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 41,009 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 38,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake performance just within limits

Fail 17 Jan 2006 38,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake performance just within limits

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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FH52 XKC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH52 XKC, 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 FH52 XKC registered?

FH52 XKC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 9 January 2003.

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