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PE53 SLV

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,196 mi
Last recorded106,196 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 SLV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 106,196 miles

nsf tyre cut but not to cords

Fail 20 May 2016 106,196 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

nsf tyre cut but not to cords

Pass 4 Jul 2014 100,264 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 96,437 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 89,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust hangers corroded

nearside front lower arm dust cover has a small split

nearside front tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 5 Jul 2011 83,787 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 75,013 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 63,996 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 63,996 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 52,147 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 45,362 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 45,362 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2006 37,186 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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PE53 SLV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PE53 SLV, 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.

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What year was PE53 SLV registered?

PE53 SLV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is PE53 SLV safe to buy?

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