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LC53 VRO

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

133,451 mi
Last recorded133,451 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 VRO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 133,451 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 133,450 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2022 131,760 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 127,658 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 123,860 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 119,272 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 119,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 113,269 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 106,598 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 99,007 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 91,062 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 83,036 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 83,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 75,710 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 68,657 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 61,055 miles

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

front discs slightly lipped

power steering pipe from pump damp

Pass 6 Dec 2010 54,345 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 54,337 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 47,323 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 47,323 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 38,997 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 32,217 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 24,478 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing on the outside edge.

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 VRO 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 78.3%.

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 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 LC53 VRO, 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 VRO registered?

LC53 VRO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is LC53 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 VRO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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