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VU53 NNV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

108,324 mi
Last recorded108,324 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 NNV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 108,324 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear axle bushes worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 29 Aug 2017 100,861 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 80,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 80,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 75,898 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 75,890 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 75,242 miles

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

exhaust brackets

Pass 13 Mar 2013 71,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 68,331 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 68,331 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 65,274 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 61,892 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 59,018 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 59,018 miles

Inner Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 56,292 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 47,859 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 37,253 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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VU53 NNV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VU53 NNV, 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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VU53 NNV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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