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CX53 LZB

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

122,619 mi
Last recorded122,619 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 LZB
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 122,619 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 118,924 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 118,924 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 112,828 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 107,192 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 101,379 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)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 101,373 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 3 Dec 2013 95,332 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 5 Dec 2012 89,857 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 89,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 82,037 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 75,697 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 58,100 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 43,385 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 32,201 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 24,703 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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CX53 LZB is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CX53 LZB, 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 CX53 LZB registered?

CX53 LZB is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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The MOT history for CX53 LZB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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