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MV53 PMU

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

68,965 mi
Last recorded68,965 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 PMU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 68,965 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 64,284 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipes ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 58,674 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jan 2024 58,674 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 53,341 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 50,090 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 49,218 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 48,741 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 48,406 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 47,350 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 47,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 46,410 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 45,307 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 45,307 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 43,822 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 42,065 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 42,065 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 40,014 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 37,884 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 35,817 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 33,316 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 30,077 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 26,401 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 22,774 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 19,431 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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MV53 PMU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 MV53 PMU, 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 MV53 PMU registered?

MV53 PMU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 6 October 2003.

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