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MA53 VCE

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

53,269 mi
Last recorded53,269 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 VCE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2019 53,269 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

little reserve travel on handbrake

Pass 13 Dec 2018 51,064 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 48,399 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 45,795 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 43,784 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 40,834 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 40,834 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 38,633 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 35,537 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2011 32,598 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 30,041 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 27,220 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 23,845 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 18,391 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 13,121 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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MA53 VCE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MA53 VCE, 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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What year was MA53 VCE registered?

MA53 VCE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is MA53 VCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA53 VCE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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