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SK53 TPY

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,329 mi
Last recorded70,329 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 TPY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 70,329 miles

rear axel bushes slightly worn

Pass 11 Dec 2024 67,065 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Axle corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 1 Dec 2023 63,959 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of car covered in corrosion

Pass 2 Dec 2022 59,874 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 58,044 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 56,352 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 54,503 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 50,909 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 50,691 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 48,823 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 48,823 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 46,802 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 45,404 miles

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

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

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

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

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 44,496 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 42,606 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 40,647 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 38,518 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 36,232 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 36,232 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 33,500 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 30,794 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 27,168 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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SK53 TPY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SK53 TPY, 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 SK53 TPY registered?

SK53 TPY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is SK53 TPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK53 TPY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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