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EX53 KFJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,080 mi
Last recorded103,080 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 KFJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 103,080 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 78,102 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 73,174 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 66,633 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 59,966 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 59,966 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 50,412 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 41,995 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 36,799 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 32,749 miles

Rear number plate starting to peal

Pass 23 Sep 2008 29,049 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 25,214 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/f, o/s/r and n/s/r tyres cracked round tread

Fail 5 Sep 2007 25,214 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f, o/s/r and n/s/r tyres cracked round tread

Pass 12 Sep 2006 20,503 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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EX53 KFJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX53 KFJ, 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.

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What year was EX53 KFJ registered?

EX53 KFJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is EX53 KFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 KFJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX53 KFJ have outstanding finance?

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