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KG53 FKY

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,587 mi
Last recorded111,587 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 FKY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 111,587 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak from engine

centre gearbox mount splitting but does not have excess movement

nearside front wiper blade rubber slightly split but still clears windscreen

Fail 26 Apr 2016 111,565 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low headlight adjuster broken (missing) (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust box steel bracket broken (corroded back box) (7.1.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working All not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Front exhaust flexi section slightly deteriorated but not leaking gases

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak from engine

centre gearbox mount splitting but does not have excess movement

nearside front wiper blade rubber slightly split but still clears windscreen

rear exhaust heat shield not fully secure

Pass 16 May 2015 103,477 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 103,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 May 2014 94,030 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 83,624 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 75,285 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2012 75,285 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 65,797 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 65,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 May 2010 56,025 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 54,033 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 47,157 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 41,951 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

both front wipers are worn

Pass 31 Oct 2006 33,839 miles

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

whine at engine area = suspect water pump area

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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KG53 FKY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KG53 FKY, 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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KG53 FKY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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