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MF53 POV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,045 mi
Last recorded97,045 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 POV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 97,045 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 97,045 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2022 89,505 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 86,662 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 86,662 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2020 84,069 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 May 2020 84,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 81,457 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 78,675 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 75,552 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 71,408 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 66,369 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 63,571 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 58,247 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 58,218 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 52,037 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 52,037 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 46,297 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 46,134 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 39,272 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 39,094 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Jun 2009 34,770 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 34,770 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 30,450 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 24,441 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 14,281 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 POV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 POV, 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 POV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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