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HV53 UZL

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

96,518 mi
Last recorded96,518 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 UZL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 96,518 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 96,516 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 95,238 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 93,944 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 92,152 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 89,600 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 87,616 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 85,271 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 81,992 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 78,248 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 75,338 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 71,953 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 68,378 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 64,513 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 60,472 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 6 Sep 2011 55,745 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 6 Sep 2010 52,140 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both headlamps deteriorating

drivers seat belt fluffed

Pass 6 Sep 2010 52,140 miles

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

both headlamps deteriorating

drivers seat belt fluffed

Fail 17 Sep 2009 48,199 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 48,199 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 44,747 miles

rear tyres close to limit

slight ridge front brake discs + pads thin

Pass 10 Sep 2007 41,317 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 33,938 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 UZL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver 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 HV53 UZL, 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 HV53 UZL registered?

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

Is HV53 UZL safe to buy?

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