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PK53 YSC

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

94,447 mi
Last recorded94,447 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 YSC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 94,447 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 94,447 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits emissions could not be completed (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 85,889 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 85,889 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front 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 20 Oct 2023 82,940 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Showing some white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Showing some white light (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded near rear axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 80,935 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 78,360 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES LIPPED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 75,363 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 75,360 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked all round outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 71,715 miles

Nearside Front 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 14 Apr 2018 69,100 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 67,804 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 67,804 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 66,352 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 66,352 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 65,184 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

high level stop in/op

Fail 21 Apr 2015 65,184 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

high level stop in/op

Fail 28 Apr 2014 63,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 63,933 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 62,298 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 60,332 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 55,555 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 48,636 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 42,116 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 32,538 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 25,785 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 YSC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 PK53 YSC, 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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PK53 YSC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 15 December 2003.

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