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HV53 UZJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,157 mi
Last recorded121,157 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 UZJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 121,157 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Sep 2015 115,520 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 111,637 miles

Battery part insecure/poorly fitted in engine bay

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside rear body or chassis has damage but not seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a suspension mounting

Rear exhaust deteriorated/corroded through outer skin

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

Fail 17 Sep 2014 111,632 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Battery part insecure/poorly fitted in engine bay

Centre caps fitted to road wheels obscuring some components

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front & offside front tyres perished slightly in tread grooves DOT codes 1713 = tyres manufactured in Apr 2013

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

Offside rear body or chassis has damage but not seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a suspension mounting

Offside rear door `B` piller trim missing but no sharp edges exposed at time of test

Rear exhaust deteriorated/corroded through outer skin

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Sep 2013 105,237 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 93,647 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 82,651 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 71,980 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 71,980 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 62,665 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 50,230 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Sep 2007 39,479 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 39,479 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyers 205/60/15v and rear tyers 195/60/15t/h

Pass 15 Sep 2006 27,872 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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HV53 UZJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HV53 UZJ, 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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HV53 UZJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 September 2003.

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