2003 Ford Fusion 1.4L Diesel · MA53 VBV
2003 Ford Fusion (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 70,240 miles. MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD FUSION
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,240 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA53 VBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 70,240 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA53 VBV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Ford Fusion (MA53 VBV) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
MA53 VBV Mileage History
- 12/10/202265,815 mi
- 12/10/202367,599 mi+1,784 mi
- 15/10/202468,743 mi+1,144 mi
- 09/10/202570,240 mi+1,497 mi
- 09/10/202570,240 mi
Average of roughly 1,479 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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