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VE52 XGH

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,635 mi
Last recorded114,635 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 XGH
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 114,635 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 113,968 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 113,968 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner track rod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 113,358 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 113,358 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 111,543 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 110,030 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 108,010 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 6 Aug 2021 108,010 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 106,952 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 106,952 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 106,074 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 105,235 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Apr 2018 105,235 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 104,574 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 104,574 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 90,195 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 67,533 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 38,602 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 36,664 miles

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Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 34,015 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 30,382 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 26,797 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 23,920 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 20,761 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 17,002 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 13,018 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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VE52 XGH is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VE52 XGH, 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 VE52 XGH registered?

VE52 XGH is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is VE52 XGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 XGH shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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