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SA53 WXB

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

114,169 mi
Last recorded114,169 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 WXB
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 114,169 miles

Exhaust mounting defective middle bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 103,807 miles

front tyres different size to rear

Pass 26 Sep 2018 93,742 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 93,742 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 85,401 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 79,060 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 73,928 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 73,920 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 69,453 miles

front and rear tyres different size

Pass 3 Sep 2013 65,718 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 58,849 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 52,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Pass 2 Sep 2010 48,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Sep 2009 41,577 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 25 Sep 2008 35,867 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 28,130 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 22,062 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 WXB is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WXB, 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 WXB registered?

SA53 WXB is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is SA53 WXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA53 WXB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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