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RF53 OVN

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

36,477 mi
Last recorded36,477 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 OVN
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 36,477 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 36,477 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 34,165 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 30,867 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 30,867 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,894 miles

childseat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelts

Fail 16 Sep 2015 27,893 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

childseat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelts

Fail 17 Sep 2014 24,583 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 24,583 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 22,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Sep 2013 22,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,286 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 19,286 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,029 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 14,760 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 12,555 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 10,530 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 10,528 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 8,660 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 6,688 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 OVN is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 RF53 OVN, 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 OVN registered?

RF53 OVN is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is RF53 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 OVN shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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