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WJ53 MLE

2003 Ford Fusion

Maroon Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,850 mi
Last recorded81,850 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 MLE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 81,850 miles

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

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

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 78,698 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 76,286 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 73,937 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 69,408 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 69,408 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 65,684 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 65,684 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyres under- inflated (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2017 61,574 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 57,426 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 57,390 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 56,377 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

auxillery belt noisey

Pass 28 Apr 2011 56,377 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

auxillery belt noisey

Pass 7 Apr 2010 54,416 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 50,128 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 45,749 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 41,508 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 38,795 miles

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

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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WJ53 MLE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Maroon with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 WJ53 MLE, 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 WJ53 MLE registered?

WJ53 MLE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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