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MF53 UED

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,909 mi
Last recorded79,909 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 UED
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 79,909 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 79,384 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 78,137 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 75,363 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 72,141 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 67,907 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim bead (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 62,505 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 57,812 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 57,809 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2012 53,328 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 49,212 miles

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

nsr/osr shock absorbers outer covers insecure

Fail 3 Nov 2011 49,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

nsr/osr shock absorbers outer covers insecure

Pass 1 Nov 2010 44,933 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 39,626 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 34,946 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 34,946 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 31,191 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 25,828 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 UED is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MF53 UED, 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 MF53 UED registered?

MF53 UED is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is MF53 UED safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 UED shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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