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AP53 LKE

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,571 mi
Last recorded94,571 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 LKE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 94,571 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 94,550 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 93,600 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 92,118 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 90,607 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 88,794 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 86,742 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 84,272 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 80,203 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 70,130 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 62,645 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 51,486 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Jul 2011 51,482 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres slightly cracking in tread

brake fluid at MIN level

Pass 21 Jul 2010 38,189 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front headlamps turning yellow

both rear dust covers on shocks adrift

Pass 5 Jan 2010 36,799 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 36,796 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 29,465 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 29,461 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 22,043 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 14,932 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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AP53 LKE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AP53 LKE, 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 AP53 LKE registered?

AP53 LKE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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