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LC53 FHG

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,712 mi
Last recorded50,712 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 FHG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 50,712 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 48,125 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 46,245 miles

rear beam bushes deteriorated

Pass 7 Oct 2013 45,020 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 41,760 miles

both front headlamp is slightly play

Pass 14 Oct 2011 37,713 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 14 Oct 2011 37,713 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 33,849 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 33,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2009 29,870 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 29,849 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 25,147 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 19,599 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 13,937 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 13,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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LC53 FHG is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LC53 FHG, 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 LC53 FHG registered?

LC53 FHG is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is LC53 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 FHG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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