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RV53 ZVH

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,930 mi
Last recorded98,930 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 ZVH
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 98,930 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 98,925 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 90,082 miles

EML light on

head lamp lenses starting to discolour

slight corrosion on exhaust

steering rack has a misting of oil

Pass 19 Dec 2014 80,877 miles

engine light on

exhaust corroded

power steering rack damp

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 72,524 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 66,407 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 58,243 miles

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

engine management light on

Fail 15 Dec 2011 58,243 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine management light on

Pass 20 Dec 2010 54,615 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 49,210 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 43,956 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 38,154 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 29,416 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 29,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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RV53 ZVH is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZVH, 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 RV53 ZVH registered?

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

Is RV53 ZVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 ZVH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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