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RF53 SVD

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,587 mi
Last recorded90,587 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 90,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced minor (1.7.5a)

both rear shock shrouds broken

both rear tyres cracking.

engine covers fitted & under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

in car adjuster used for headlight aim

minor exhaust blow

nail in off side rear tyre nail in near side rear tyre

oil leak

wheel trims fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2015 90,587 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance incorrect level of output (1.2.1d)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced minor (1.7.5a)

both rear shock shrouds broken

both rear tyres cracking.

centre brake light not working

engine covers fitted & under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

in car adjuster used for headlight aim

minor exhaust blow

nail in off side rear tyre nail in near side rear tyre

oil leak

wheel trims fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2014

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 28 Apr 2014

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 58,025 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 49,249 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 43,290 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 43,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,488 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 34,474 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 30,800 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 25,409 miles

vehicle tested in wet conditions.

Pass 23 Oct 2006 19,964 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 SVD is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SVD, 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.

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RF53 SVD is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 October 2003.

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