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PJ53 AEL

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,771 mi
Last recorded99,771 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 AEL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 99,771 miles

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

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

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

exhaust rear box deteriorated

exhaust rear box mount broken but system still adequately supported

nearside headlight top mount broken but headlight still secure

Fail 18 Jun 2015 99,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

exhaust rear box deteriorated

exhaust rear box mount broken but system still adequately supported

nearside headlight top mount broken but headlight still secure

Pass 7 Jun 2014 97,355 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 86,770 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 74,483 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 69,724 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 65,225 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 57,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust rusty at joints and clamps

Pass 30 Oct 2009 57,834 miles

exhaust rusty at joints and clamps

Pass 22 Oct 2008 48,761 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 40,949 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 32,585 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)

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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PJ53 AEL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PJ53 AEL, 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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PJ53 AEL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 7 November 2003.

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