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RV53 SYO

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

94,882 mi
Last recorded94,882 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 SYO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 94,882 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 88,060 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 82,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 77,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear to be wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 69,461 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 60,862 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2018 60,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald on outer band 195/60 r15 88v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 56,737 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 56,728 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 51,802 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise front washers,switch operation

exhaust system corrosion,slight leaks also

Fail 28 Jun 2016 51,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise front washers,switch operation

exhaust system corrosion,slight leaks also

Pass 29 Jun 2015 47,872 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 46,191 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

exhaust system getting rusty

Pass 6 Aug 2013 43,773 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 41,215 miles

exhaust getting rusty

wiper blades starting to judder on screen

Fail 14 Aug 2012 41,215 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust getting rusty

wiper blades starting to judder on screen

Pass 9 Aug 2011 38,254 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 35,882 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 32,583 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 32,583 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 27,994 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007
Pass 22 Aug 2006 19,805 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 SYO is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RV53 SYO, 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 SYO registered?

RV53 SYO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RV53 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 SYO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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