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PK53 FYV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,034 mi
Last recorded71,034 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 FYV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 71,034 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 66,525 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 66,520 miles

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2024 62,034 miles

Steering rack mounts some movement

Pass 26 Jan 2023 57,841 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 54,453 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 49,607 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 46,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Slight play to steering rack mount to body.

Fail 8 Sep 2014 44,753 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 44,753 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 42,528 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 39,590 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 35,821 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 32,508 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 28,613 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 28,613 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 23,394 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 18,885 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 8,997 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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PK53 FYV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PK53 FYV, 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 PK53 FYV registered?

PK53 FYV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is PK53 FYV safe to buy?

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