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KD03 RSV

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

172,671 mi
Last recorded172,671 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD03 RSV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 172,671 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 172,671 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 166,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 166,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 146,454 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 5 Jun 2017 146,259 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 7 Jun 2016 128,814 miles

Engine oily

Gearbox slightly oily

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 114,868 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on front brakes 14 %

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes 12 %

Lighting ; o/s dip headlamp image odd , suspect poor quality bulb or bulb fitment

Tyres ; n/s/r secondary tread low & balding outer edge

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Wheel nuts covered

Pass 29 May 2014 100,282 miles

Lighting ; dip beam image deformed , suspect bulb

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Wheel nuts covered

Fail 29 May 2014 100,282 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Lighting ; dip beam image deformed , suspect bulb

N/S Shockabsorber shroud is insecure

Note ; shockabsorbers should be fitted as a pair to ensure even damping effect / even ride

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Wheel nuts covered

Pass 22 May 2013 84,264 miles

Various covers / under guarsd & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Wheel trims fitted , restricted views

Pass 3 Jun 2012 74,295 miles

high level stop lamp not working

Fail 3 Jun 2012 74,295 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

high level stop lamp not working

Pass 14 May 2011 62,535 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 55,278 miles

child seats x2

rear seat belts twisted

Pass 19 May 2009 48,483 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 May 2008 44,053 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 37,818 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 37,818 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 May 2006 31,445 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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KD03 RSV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KD03 RSV, 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 KD03 RSV registered?

KD03 RSV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is KD03 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD03 RSV shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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