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GL53 DVR

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

134,051 mi
Last recorded134,051 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 DVR
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 134,051 miles

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

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

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Outer door moulding insecure

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 134,051 miles

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

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

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Outer door moulding insecure

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 129,055 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 123,834 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 123,744 miles

Stop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 117,658 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Sep 2015 117,658 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 113,849 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 113,849 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 106,181 miles

bonet release catch requires attention

Fail 3 Oct 2013 106,180 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

bonet release catch requires attention

Pass 4 Oct 2012 97,243 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

headlight lenses are deteriating & starting to affect beam pattern

Fail 20 Oct 2011 88,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

windscreen wipers are starting to split

Pass 20 Oct 2011 88,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

windscreen wipers are starting to split

Pass 28 Oct 2010 79,257 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 71,485 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 62,411 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 57,289 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 48,736 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 48,736 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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GL53 DVR is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL53 DVR, 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 GL53 DVR registered?

GL53 DVR is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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