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RF53 SMX

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

89,159 mi
Last recorded89,159 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 SMX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 89,159 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 84,295 miles

ball joint covers weak + poor

front brake pipes rusty

man light on

rear springs rusty

Pass 11 Nov 2016 78,471 miles

Management light on

Nearside rear tyre worn very close to limit

Fail 11 Nov 2016 78,470 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Management light on

Nearside rear tyre worn very close to limit

Rear exhaust mount broken but exhaust still adequately supported

Pass 6 Nov 2015 73,144 miles

MAN LIGHT ON

NSR WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 6 Nov 2015 73,144 miles

MAN LIGHT ON

NSR WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 67,550 miles

both front tyres getting low

man light on

Pass 13 Nov 2013 62,140 miles

man light on

Pass 8 Nov 2012 54,805 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 54,805 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 48,873 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 48,873 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 43,167 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 36,658 miles

both front tyres worn on limit

Pass 14 Nov 2008 27,942 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 21,732 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 15,989 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2006 15,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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 SMX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SMX, 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 SMX registered?

RF53 SMX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is RF53 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 SMX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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