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OV53 TYC

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,959 mi
Last recorded104,959 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 TYC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 104,959 miles

All suspension components and brake Back plates coated in oil/grease.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All coated in grease/oil (1.1.11 (c))

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2024 103,929 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 102,269 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 99,392 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 98,061 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 96,613 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes oil/greased (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside and nearside lenses oxidised. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 95,318 miles

All Brake pipes covered in oil

Exhaust rear silencer corroded outer skin

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Underside covered in oil

Pass 18 Nov 2018 91,254 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased/oiled (1.1.11 (c))

Inner wheel arch liners fitted obscuring some components/prescribed areas

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front seat belt buckle, slightly stiff to release.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2017 82,084 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2016 73,469 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 64,227 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 54,089 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 47,836 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 43,741 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 41,236 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 37,828 miles

nearside front tyre on limit

wipers smearing screen

Pass 17 Nov 2009 33,449 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 11 Nov 2008 30,333 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 26,537 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 21,902 miles

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

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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OV53 TYC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV53 TYC, 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 OV53 TYC registered?

OV53 TYC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is OV53 TYC safe to buy?

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