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VX53 YHY

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

113,920 mi
Last recorded113,920 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 YHY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 113,920 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 113,910 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 109,286 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 108,263 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 104,069 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 97,577 miles

Nearside Front window missing

Pass 28 Feb 2018 90,920 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 82,869 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 73,463 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 73,309 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 63,981 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 54,475 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 50,194 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 44,780 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 39,950 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 39,950 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 35,193 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 30,297 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 30,297 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 24,256 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 18,880 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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VX53 YHY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VX53 YHY, 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 VX53 YHY registered?

VX53 YHY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VX53 YHY safe to buy?

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