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MW53 AZX

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

168,295 mi
Last recorded168,295 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 AZX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 168,295 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 168,295 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 161,712 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 151,323 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2015 151,323 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 142,498 miles

back box bracket snapped but system still supported

back exhaust outer skin corroded

oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2013 135,556 miles

NEARSIDE REAE S/ABS DUST COVER ADRIFT

EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

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

REAR EXHAUST NOISEY

Pass 16 Dec 2011 123,367 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)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 88,138 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 12 Dec 2009 63,610 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2009 63,610 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 47,566 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 37,246 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 25,126 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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MW53 AZX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc 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 MW53 AZX, 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 MW53 AZX registered?

MW53 AZX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is MW53 AZX safe to buy?

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