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MF53 AOZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 AOZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 85,890 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2016 85,890 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 80,231 miles

engine management light on

Pass 10 Jun 2014 75,052 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 75,052 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 70,173 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 70,173 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 62,756 miles

Coil springs are corroded Both rear tyres are cracking and wearing low

Dents and scratches to bodywork Wheel trims are kerb damaged Fan belt noisy Slight gearbox oil leak Exhaust system corroded Off side front brake pipe is covered in grease

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Off side headlamp aim adjuster is broken

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight cracking to off side front tyre Cracking and kerb damage to near side fromt tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2011 62,756 miles

Coil springs are corroded Both rear tyres are cracking and wearing low

Dents and scratches to bodywork Wheel trims are kerb damaged Fan belt noisy Slight gearbox oil leak Exhaust system corroded Off side front brake pipe is covered in grease

Off side headlamp aim adjuster is broken

Slight cracking to off side front tyre Cracking and kerb damage to near side fromt tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2010 54,680 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 54,675 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 46,937 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 31,371 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 31,371 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 17,985 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 16,438 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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MF53 AOZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 MF53 AOZ, 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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MF53 AOZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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