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KF53 KDX

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

82,867 mi
Last recorded82,867 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 KDX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 82,867 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 82,867 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 76,841 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 70,725 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 71,619 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 71,619 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 63,172 miles

both rear shockers plastic inserts broken

Fail 19 Jan 2011 63,168 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear shockers plastic inserts broken

Pass 9 Feb 2010 55,497 miles

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

both rear shockers plastic inserts broken

both rear tyres perished

o/s mirror glass cracked but not affecting view to the rear

Fail 8 Feb 2010 55,497 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both rear shockers plastic inserts broken

both rear tyres perished

o/s mirror glass cracked but not affecting view to the rear

Pass 3 Sep 2008 55,440 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2008 55,440 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 30,345 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 KDX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 KDX, 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 KDX registered?

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

Is KF53 KDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF53 KDX shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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