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LW53 ECY

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

95,650 mi
Last recorded95,650 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 ECY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 95,650 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 93,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 May 2019 87,149 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 87,149 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 4 May 2018 81,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55/16V (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55/16V (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 75,218 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 71,153 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 66,565 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 66,565 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 61,774 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 56,775 miles

2 NAILS IN OFFSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD 195/55/16V

Pass 12 Apr 2012 53,758 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 48,069 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 42,224 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 36,534 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slight noise

Fail 8 Jan 2009 36,519 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

nearside rear wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 4 Jan 2008 32,314 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 25,229 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 25,229 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LW53 ECY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LW53 ECY, 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 LW53 ECY registered?

LW53 ECY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 26 December 2003.

Is LW53 ECY safe to buy?

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