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SM53 OFR

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,158 mi
Last recorded42,158 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 OFR
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 42,158 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 38,074 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 34,849 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2013 34,849 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 32,253 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 29,174 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 25,891 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 23,863 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 21,589 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 21,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 14,879 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 9,818 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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SM53 OFR is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SM53 OFR, 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

How do I check the history of SM53 OFR?

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What year was SM53 OFR registered?

SM53 OFR is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is SM53 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 OFR shows 12 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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