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FL53 FKM

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,870 mi
Last recorded99,870 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 FKM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 99,870 miles

Coil spring corroded both fronts and n/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint area (6.1.2 (a))

centre brake light not working

revs lights not working

Fail 21 Jun 2023 99,869 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both fronts and n/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint area (6.1.2 (a))

centre brake light not working

revs lights not working

Pass 21 Jun 2022 98,069 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked in places (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 98,064 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked in places (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2021 87,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15/88H (5.2.3 (e))

offside front lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated

offside front tyre cracking

offside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

oil level low

rear exhaust has a minor leak

Pass 29 Apr 2020 82,232 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 77,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 74,234 miles

advise condition of both head lamp lenses

advise corrosion to nearside front brake pipe

advise front brake discs scored

Pass 17 May 2017 70,196 miles

advise corrosion to both rear brake pipes advise clean and treat.

Pass 19 May 2016 66,369 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 62,149 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise cut in offside front tyre

Pass 21 May 2014 58,334 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 54,372 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2012 51,083 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 47,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise nail in near side front tyre inner edge

Pass 21 May 2010 44,533 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise child seat security

Pass 28 May 2009 41,542 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 38,880 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 33,516 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 25,040 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 25,040 miles

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

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

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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FL53 FKM is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FL53 FKM, 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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FL53 FKM is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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