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YH53 HYC

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,961 mi
Last recorded53,961 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 HYC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 53,961 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 53,172 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 52,707 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 51,532 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 50,360 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 50,001 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 49,443 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 47,789 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 45,604 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 44,271 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 42,502 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 41,002 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 39,415 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 37,205 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 34,502 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,396 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 29,261 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 26,686 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 24,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 17,333 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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YH53 HYC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YH53 HYC, 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 YH53 HYC registered?

YH53 HYC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YH53 HYC safe to buy?

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