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HT53 MTV

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,097 mi
Last recorded104,097 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 MTV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 104,097 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

exhaust front pipe - flexible section - deteriorated and weakened

front windscreen wash only works on nearside

high level stop lamp not working/connected

Pass 6 Mar 2018 100,678 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 99,604 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 97,526 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 95,688 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 90,253 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 83,637 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 83,637 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 72,627 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 63,244 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged.

rear number plate in slightly poor condition.

Pass 18 Dec 2009 51,918 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 51,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 40,914 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)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 30,126 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 20,211 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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HT53 MTV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HT53 MTV, 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 HT53 MTV registered?

HT53 MTV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is HT53 MTV safe to buy?

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