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MT52 XJM

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

95,317 mi
Last recorded95,317 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT52 XJM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2021 95,317 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Gearbox stabilizer mounting bush split

Headlamps uv deterioration

Nearside Rear Bumpstop split

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle bushes splitting

Pass 5 Oct 2020 92,439 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

bottom engine mounts

slight oil leak

Pass 22 May 2019 82,247 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover missing (5.3.2 (b))

engine light not illuminating on ignition position on key

Pass 23 May 2018 73,403 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 73,403 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 63,923 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 60,451 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 58,212 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 58,212 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 May 2014 54,614 miles

slight noise both rear hub bearings

Pass 24 May 2013 50,539 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 50,539 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 45,953 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 40,200 miles

footbrake eff/low 50%

Fail 24 May 2011 40,200 miles

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

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2010 36,715 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 36,686 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2009 33,170 miles

all four tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

Fail 28 May 2009 33,170 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

all four tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 29 Jul 2008 29,182 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 29,182 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 26,034 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 26,034 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 18,527 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 16,541 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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MT52 XJM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 MT52 XJM, 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 MT52 XJM registered?

MT52 XJM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 January 2003.

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