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MW53 BUJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

54,645 mi
Last recorded54,645 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 BUJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 54,645 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 54,265 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 53,121 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top nut (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 51,978 miles

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

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

offside and nearside front suspension top nuts rusted

Pass 1 Dec 2021 51,107 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 51,097 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 50,432 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 49,588 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 46,948 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 44,450 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 44,405 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 41,875 miles

Both front tyre's starting to wear,cracking on inner sidewalls.

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer clip (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 39,196 miles

Both front tyre's lightly cracking on inner sidewalls.

Gearbox defective.

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer clip (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 36,541 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

o/s/r tyre cracking,

Pass 21 Nov 2013 33,778 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 30,365 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 24,865 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 24,865 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 22,512 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 19,047 miles

front tyres tread low

Pass 26 Nov 2008 15,004 miles

both front tyres tread low

Pass 22 Nov 2007 12,295 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 10,146 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 BUJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BUJ, 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 BUJ registered?

MW53 BUJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is MW53 BUJ safe to buy?

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