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FM52 OCZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

149,085 mi
Last recorded149,085 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 OCZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 149,085 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2025 149,060 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 146,211 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 143,226 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 140,010 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 137,774 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 136,235 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 134,528 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 134,528 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 131,203 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 127,241 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 123,209 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 119,252 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 112,342 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 112,340 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 99,318 miles

Nearside Front 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 10 Dec 2012 87,815 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 78,008 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 68,100 miles

Nearside Front 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 18 Dec 2009 57,428 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 37,712 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 28,410 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 20,548 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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FM52 OCZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FM52 OCZ, 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

How do I check the history of FM52 OCZ?

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What year was FM52 OCZ registered?

FM52 OCZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is FM52 OCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 OCZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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