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SA53 UCV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,324 mi
Last recorded146,324 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 UCV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 146,324 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 143,305 miles

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside & Nearside corroded outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on edges heavily perished cracked near cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on edges heavily perished cracked near cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2025 143,305 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside & Nearside corroded outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on edges heavily perished cracked near cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on edges heavily perished cracked near cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 139,622 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing Unable to test rear seats due to being covered. ()

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 134,014 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside & Nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 20 Feb 2023 133,986 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Offside & Nearside Upper & Lower (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Offside & Nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 130,298 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 125,931 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 122,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 122,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 114,904 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 102,683 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 98,385 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2016 98,385 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 90,120 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 85,529 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 77,689 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 68,215 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 59,463 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 49,846 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 49,846 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 41,528 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 31,492 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 22,778 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 10,920 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 UCV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UCV, 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 SA53 UCV registered?

SA53 UCV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is SA53 UCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA53 UCV shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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