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KL53 SKE

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,436 mi
Last recorded78,436 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 SKE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 78,436 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 71,915 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2025 71,915 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 60,127 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 60,127 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 54,379 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 43,411 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 40,294 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 40,078 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 39,519 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 38,738 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 37,524 miles

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

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

Oil leak Gearbox nearside

Fail 5 Sep 2017 37,524 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak Gearbox nearside

Pass 5 Sep 2016 36,225 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 34,785 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 33,038 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 30,922 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 28,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 26,699 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 24,505 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,722 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,162 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 18,725 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 16,321 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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KL53 SKE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KL53 SKE, 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 KL53 SKE registered?

KL53 SKE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is KL53 SKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 SKE shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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