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KL53 SXT

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,821 mi
Last recorded78,821 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 78,821 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front indicator light bulbs faded, slighly. advised (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlights output could be better. (4.1.4 (b))

washer cap missing. both rear tyres winter tyres fitted.

Pass 21 Sep 2018 71,131 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 59,044 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 59,044 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 46,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 42,199 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 42,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 38,865 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2014 38,865 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 35,687 miles

cooant level low

Pass 17 Sep 2012 31,045 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 25,371 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre slightly distorted

Pass 6 Sep 2010 20,768 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 17,382 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre starting to split on outer wall

rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 14 Oct 2009 17,382 miles

n/s/r tyre starting to split on outer wall

rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 16 Oct 2008 13,610 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 8,983 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 6 Oct 2006 5,817 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 SXT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SXT, 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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KL53 SXT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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