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Ford Fusion

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LX53 VUKMOT history

LX53 VUK is a black petrol Ford Fusion first used on 20 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 74,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

LX53 VUK black Ford Fusion – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fusion, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
74,361 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 VUK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fusion
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 VUK was last recorded at 74,361 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 10,837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,524 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
10,837 miles
Average per year
3,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,361 miles
  • 2024 – 63,524 miles
  • 2023 – 51,595 miles
  • 2022 – 48,999 miles
  • 2021 – 47,031 miles
  • 2020 – 46,343 miles
  • 2019 – 45,262 miles
  • 2018 – 42,605 miles
  • 2017 – 40,807 miles
  • 2016 – 37,627 miles
  • 2015 – 35,095 miles
  • 2014 – 32,374 miles
  • 2013 – 28,192 miles
  • 2012 – 25,546 miles
  • 2011 – 22,536 miles
  • 2010 – 19,637 miles
  • 2009 – 17,109 miles
  • 2008 – 13,525 miles
  • 2007 – 8,531 miles
  • 2006 – 5,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox driveshaft oil seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    520552541571
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass74,361 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,361 miles
    Test number
    858321334403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. FailMileage not read5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    102434438889
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged cords showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass63,524 miles (+51)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    63,524 miles
    Test number
    838386447102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not checked due to items covering them

  5. Fail63,473 miles (+11,878)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,473 miles
    Test number
    485874300058
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not checked due to items covering them

  6. Pass51,595 miles (+2,596)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,595 miles
    Test number
    146174418479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,999 miles (+1,968)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    48,999 miles
    Test number
    414863618960
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass47,031 miles (+688)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    47,031 miles
    Test number
    965825943186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,343 miles (+1,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    46,343 miles
    Test number
    226339585281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass45,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,262 miles
    Test number
    584623515522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,262 miles (+2,657)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,262 miles
    Test number
    549547647872
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass42,605 miles (+1,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,605 miles
    Test number
    681456380270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass40,807 miles (+3,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,807 miles
    Test number
    294339842927
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass37,627 miles (+2,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,627 miles
    Test number
    658738648722
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass35,095 miles (+2,721)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,095 miles
    Test number
    295437695143
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  16. Pass32,374 miles (+4,182)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,374 miles
    Test number
    269608094471
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBonnett catch stiff

  17. Pass28,192 miles (+2,646)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    28,192 miles
    Test number
    759968093170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,546 miles
    Test number
    358471502441
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail25,546 miles (+3,010)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,546 miles
    Test number
    587591402203
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass22,536 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,536 miles
    Test number
    625232301220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,637 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,637 miles
    Test number
    404810100273
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyre have damage too sidewalls

  22. Pass19,637 miles (+2,528)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    19,637 miles
    Test number
    904830800257
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyre have damage too sidewalls

  23. Pass17,109 miles (+3,584)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    17,109 miles
    Test number
    532263909281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,525 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    13,525 miles
    Test number
    951207598152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,531 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    8,531 miles
    Test number
    704632397153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass5,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    5,888 miles
    Test number
    953378396102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 VUK

Does LX53 VUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 VUK is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 VUK?
The MOT on LX53 VUK is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 VUK done?
LX53 VUK was recorded at 74,361 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 3,568 miles a year.
Has LX53 VUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 VUK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LX53 VUK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 VUK find?
LX53 VUK passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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