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SL52 UPP

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

101,726 mi
Last recorded101,726 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 UPP
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 101,726 miles

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor at the rear of the vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 100,269 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 96,397 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 16 Apr 2024 96,397 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 92,145 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 89,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 89,325 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both front headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Fuel pipe leaking rear fuel pipes leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 86,952 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FUEL TANK FILLER PIPES ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 83,702 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 77,465 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 74,356 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 66,296 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 57,909 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 53,238 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 50,396 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 42,854 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 45,161 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 42,624 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 39,482 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 36,145 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 33,730 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 28,086 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 20,105 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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SL52 UPP is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 SL52 UPP, 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 SL52 UPP registered?

SL52 UPP is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is SL52 UPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL52 UPP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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