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KL53 SWV

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

92,507 mi
Last recorded92,507 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 SWV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 92,507 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Feb 2022 83,346 miles

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Fail 3 Feb 2022 83,346 miles

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

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 30 Sep 2020 76,732 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 74,085 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 74,085 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 69,169 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 64,089 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 58,342 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 52,908 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 48,419 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 48,419 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013 43,681 miles

Front windscreen wipers slightly worn

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight misting on nearside and offside headlamp units

Pass 19 Sep 2013 43,681 miles

Front windscreen wipers slightly worn

slight misting on nearside and offside headlamp units

Pass 20 Sep 2012 40,246 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both headlamps clouding up, effecting beam output

Pass 20 Sep 2011 35,724 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 33,140 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,972 miles

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 30 Sep 2008 27,073 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 25,178 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,721 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 SWV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SWV, 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 SWV registered?

KL53 SWV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is KL53 SWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 SWV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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