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SA53 ONV

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,016 mi
Last recorded21,016 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 ONV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 21,016 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 21,016 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

oil filter corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2019 20,836 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 20,634 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,275 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 19,570 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 19,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front and o/s/r (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

n/s/r tyre tread cracks noted

Pass 10 Sep 2015 18,256 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 17,205 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 16,558 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 16,340 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 16,223 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 16,132 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 16,086 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2008 16,056 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 16,039 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 15,604 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,796 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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SA53 ONV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SA53 ONV, 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 SA53 ONV registered?

SA53 ONV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is SA53 ONV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA53 ONV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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