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KL53 SXE

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,036 mi
Last recorded85,036 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 SXE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 85,036 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 76,310 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 69,350 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 62,222 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 53,788 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 53,705 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 47,747 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 47,636 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 41,542 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 41,541 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 31,857 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 SXE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KL53 SXE, 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 SXE registered?

KL53 SXE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is KL53 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 SXE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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