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MK53 UNV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,720 mi
Last recorded89,720 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 UNV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 89,720 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 81,185 miles

Offside driveshaft bearing rough when rotated

Rear exhaust silencer box deteriorating but no gas leaks

Rear offside and nearside shock absorber dust covers insecure

Fail 11 Aug 2014 81,183 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)

Offside driveshaft bearing rough when rotated

Rear exhaust silencer box deteriorating but no gas leaks

Rear offside and nearside shock absorber dust covers insecure

Pass 31 Aug 2013 73,988 miles

rear offside and nearside shock absorber dust shields loose

Fail 11 Aug 2012 68,219 miles

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

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

Offside and nearside rear shock absorber dust covers loose.

Pass 11 Aug 2012 68,219 miles

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

Offside and nearside rear shock absorber dust covers loose.

Pass 13 Aug 2011 61,454 miles

offside front driveshaft bearing noisey

offside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Pass 14 Aug 2010 53,680 miles

Child car seat fitted to passenger side rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

o/s/r shock absorber dust cover insucure.

Pass 18 Aug 2009 46,888 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 39,911 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 32,941 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 24,623 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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MK53 UNV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MK53 UNV, 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 MK53 UNV registered?

MK53 UNV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is MK53 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK53 UNV shows 12 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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