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FL53 VRZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,399 mi
Last recorded101,399 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VRZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 101,399 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 91,585 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 91,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2020 84,170 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 77,826 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 77,772 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

fuel tank filler pipe corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2017 77,602 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 77,602 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre showing signs of rubbing on inner side wall

Pass 5 Jul 2016 76,159 miles

All Tyres Cracking Outer Edges

Pass 8 Jul 2015 74,570 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Wipers Streaky

Pass 21 Jul 2014 72,062 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 67,682 miles

Rear Exhaust Heavily Corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2012 63,511 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 59,065 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 59,065 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 48,954 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 37,909 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 37,909 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 25,829 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 18,332 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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FL53 VRZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FL53 VRZ, 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.

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What year was FL53 VRZ registered?

FL53 VRZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is FL53 VRZ safe to buy?

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