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PN53 FPT

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

96,776 mi
Last recorded96,776 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 FPT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 96,776 miles

both headlamps slightly detoriated

both rear axle bushes detoriated,

Fail 29 Sep 2018 96,533 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

both headlamps slightly detoriated

both rear axle bushes detoriated,

Pass 7 Jun 2017 78,851 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 74,983 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 74,983 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 71,271 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 66,126 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 61,298 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2013 61,295 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 55,443 miles

nearside and offside rear shock absorber top covers deteriorating

Pass 15 Jun 2011 50,554 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 45,057 miles

n/s and o/s rear top shock absorber covers deteriorating

Pass 3 Jun 2009 37,765 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 30,041 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 23,802 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2007 23,802 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 18,673 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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PN53 FPT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PN53 FPT, 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 PN53 FPT registered?

PN53 FPT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is PN53 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 FPT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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