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FP53 LNA

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,795 mi
Last recorded121,795 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 LNA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2024 121,795 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Travel on parking brake lever

Travel on parking brake lever

Pass 15 Jun 2023 116,419 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2022 110,478 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 102,906 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 95,571 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 90,020 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 84,284 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 78,470 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 70,539 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 62,027 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 62,027 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine management light on

Pass 7 Jul 2014 54,790 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 47,278 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 38,535 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 35,321 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2010 30,750 miles

center brake light bulb inop

Fail 22 Apr 2010 30,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

center brake light bulb inop

Pass 3 Sep 2009 26,159 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 21,258 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 17,242 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 13,190 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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FP53 LNA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FP53 LNA, 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 FP53 LNA registered?

FP53 LNA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is FP53 LNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 LNA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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