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NU53 ORT

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,186 mi
Last recorded47,186 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 ORT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2014 47,186 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 44,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Dec 2013 44,978 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 43,288 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 43,288 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 42,244 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Dec 2011 42,244 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 35,997 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 31,605 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 31,605 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 25,426 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2008 25,426 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2007 19,812 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 19,812 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 14,993 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 14,738 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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NU53 ORT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NU53 ORT, 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 NU53 ORT registered?

NU53 ORT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is NU53 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU53 ORT shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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