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J13 LBY

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,155 mi
Last recorded80,155 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 LBY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 80,155 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 2 Nov 2016 70,090 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 59,237 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 53,789 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 50,401 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 46,488 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to split on the inside edge.

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

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

Rear bumper damaged.

Fail 29 Oct 2012 46,488 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to split on the inside edge.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear bumper damaged.

Pass 1 Nov 2011 42,480 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 42,480 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 37,269 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 28,972 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 27,688 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 26,162 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 24,577 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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J13 LBY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey 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 J13 LBY, 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 J13 LBY registered?

J13 LBY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is J13 LBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 LBY 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.

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