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FH53 NHO

2003 Ford Fusion

Gold Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

150,151 mi
Last recorded150,151 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 NHO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 150,151 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 143,605 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 143,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust shield not secure

Pass 19 Dec 2013 118,229 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 92,266 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 66,811 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 50,326 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 45,778 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 40,010 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 35,808 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 31,626 miles

nearside rear tyre bald on outer edge of tyre

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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FH53 NHO is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Gold with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FH53 NHO, 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 FH53 NHO registered?

FH53 NHO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 21 December 2003.

Is FH53 NHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 NHO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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