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ML53 TYC

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,707 mi
Last recorded88,707 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 TYC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 88,707 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

nearside wiper blade started to split

offside fron tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 10 Sep 2013 84,156 miles

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

both headlamp lenses going dull

Pass 31 Aug 2012 76,230 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 68,482 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 68,482 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 59,964 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 50,776 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing light noise when turned not excessive

Pass 22 Sep 2008 41,512 miles

HANDBRAKE CABLE GROMET WORN OFFSIDE REAR

Fail 17 Oct 2007 34,075 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 34,075 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 25,396 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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ML53 TYC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ML53 TYC, 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 ML53 TYC registered?

ML53 TYC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is ML53 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML53 TYC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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