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PX52 VLS

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

62,156 mi
Last recorded62,156 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX52 VLS
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 62,156 miles

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 59,388 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2019 59,388 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 56,141 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 56,138 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 50,172 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 43,210 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 39,326 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 35,237 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 31,535 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 29,346 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 27,370 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 27,138 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)

Fail 2 Mar 2009 22,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 22,544 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 13 Sep 2007 18,456 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 14,941 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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PX52 VLS is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PX52 VLS, 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 PX52 VLS registered?

PX52 VLS is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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The MOT history for PX52 VLS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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