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FL53 KNF

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

88,628 mi
Last recorded88,628 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 KNF
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 88,628 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

advise engine oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2018 88,628 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

advise engine oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2017 80,431 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s & n/s (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Aug 2017 80,431 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s & n/s (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 70,003 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 70,000 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 61,891 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 56,200 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2014 56,200 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 48,591 miles

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

both rear tyres badly worn outer edges

o/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit

unable to test n/s/r seat belt due to childs seat fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2013 48,591 miles

both rear tyres badly worn outer edges

o/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit

unable to test n/s/r seat belt due to childs seat fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2012 40,995 miles

exhaust heat shield insecure

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 7 Feb 2011 35,995 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 30,288 miles

screw osf tyre

Pass 2 Feb 2009 24,653 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 18,748 miles

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

both front & o/s/r tyres showing cracking to tread aerea & shoulders becoming excessive

Pass 23 Feb 2007 13,273 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 11,861 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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FL53 KNF is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KNF, 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 FL53 KNF registered?

FL53 KNF is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 September 2003.

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