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MT53 DXX

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,558 mi
Last recorded101,558 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 DXX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 101,558 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2017 101,556 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 89,982 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 75,350 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

nearside front tyre wearing down on outside edge

Pass 9 Apr 2014 67,865 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 61,157 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 52,379 miles

N/s/r tyre worn to legal minimum.

Pass 20 Oct 2010 45,785 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 40,706 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 28,008 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2007 18,670 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 18,670 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 14,306 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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MT53 DXX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MT53 DXX, 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 MT53 DXX registered?

MT53 DXX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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The MOT history for MT53 DXX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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