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RV53 LHN

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,473 mi
Last recorded157,473 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 LHN
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 157,473 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 159,630 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 153,538 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 149,246 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 144,127 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 139,535 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 134,754 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 19 Jan 2013 126,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine warning light on

Fail 19 Jan 2013 126,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine warning light on

Pass 25 Jan 2012 100,504 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 100,500 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Steering wheel locking device missing (2.1.6)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 72,411 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 72,411 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 47,449 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 45,930 miles

high level brake light not working

slight smearing front wipers

Pass 17 Sep 2008 39,011 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 32,146 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 26,097 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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RV53 LHN is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RV53 LHN, 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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What year was RV53 LHN registered?

RV53 LHN is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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