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RF53 JRV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,862 mi
Last recorded71,862 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 JRV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 71,862 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear slight corrosion to inner sills

coolant level on minimum

oil level low

Fail 9 Feb 2026 71,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear slight corrosion to inner sills

coolant level on minimum

oil level low

Pass 5 Feb 2025 68,722 miles

Front wipers blades poor condition

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective x1 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 66,143 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipes slight rusting ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Pass 9 Feb 2023 63,934 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded steel filler pipes ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

rear shock absorber dust covers defective

Pass 7 Feb 2022 61,235 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck and vent tube pipes are rusting ()

Rear shock absorber dust covers broken

engine oil level near to minimum

Pass 5 Feb 2021 57,531 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

both rear shock absorber dust covers broken

Pass 18 Feb 2020 52,505 miles

exhaust back box is deteriorating

thermostat is weeping coolant

Fail 18 Feb 2020 52,505 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust back box is deteriorating

thermostat is weeping coolant

Pass 15 Feb 2019 49,611 miles

both front head lamps are misting

both rear axle bushes have slight play

Fail 8 Feb 2019 49,505 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

both front head lamps are misting

both rear axle bushes have slight play

Pass 9 Feb 2018 46,249 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 43,969 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 41,429 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 37,748 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 33,962 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 33,962 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 31,837 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 28,658 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 25,020 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 22,657 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 18,375 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 14,551 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 10,828 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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RF53 JRV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 RF53 JRV, 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 RF53 JRV registered?

RF53 JRV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is RF53 JRV safe to buy?

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