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KF53 JVG

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,881 mi
Last recorded99,881 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 JVG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2014 99,881 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre cracked

Fail 29 Dec 2014 99,881 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre cracked

Pass 17 Dec 2013 95,411 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 95,384 miles

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

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 87,982 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 16 Dec 2011 85,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

engine light is on

Fail 16 Dec 2011 85,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

engine light is on

Pass 9 Nov 2010 78,186 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear box corroded

rear damage repaired

Pass 8 Feb 2010 71,453 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 59,193 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 59,193 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 44,484 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 JVG is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KF53 JVG, 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 KF53 JVG registered?

KF53 JVG is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 September 2003.

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The MOT history for KF53 JVG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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