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KF53 JFX

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

108,773 mi
Last recorded108,773 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 JFX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2022 108,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear coil spring incorrectly seated

Rear fuel pipe damp

Pass 24 Sep 2021 98,184 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 97,872 miles

Brake performance not tested due to chassis corrosion (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by axle attachment (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected by axle attachment (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported both front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 95,863 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced just behind the subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2020 95,858 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced just behind the subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 94,726 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 92,792 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 92,792 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 90,255 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 87,703 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 87,703 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 85,583 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 83,434 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 78,227 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 72,672 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 66,610 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 60,163 miles

washer switch faulty

Pass 24 Sep 2009 52,741 miles

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

washer switch faulty

Pass 24 Sep 2008 44,875 miles

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

washer switch faulty

Pass 24 Sep 2007 36,096 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 27,602 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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KF53 JFX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 KF53 JFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KF53 JFX registered?

KF53 JFX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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