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WL53 YAA

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

129,788 mi
Last recorded129,788 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 YAA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 129,788 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 127,274 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 122,955 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 118,316 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 112,020 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 106,033 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 100,588 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 13 Dec 2018 93,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 86,968 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 80,834 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 5 Jan 2017 80,834 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Jan 2016 74,251 miles

Nearside Rear 1/4 panel and bumper has slight damage

slight coolant leak offside front

Pass 7 Jan 2015 67,261 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 62,973 miles

nearside headlamp aim on upper limit

offside headlamp aim on lower limit

wipers slightly smearing screen

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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WL53 YAA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WL53 YAA, 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 WL53 YAA registered?

WL53 YAA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is WL53 YAA safe to buy?

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