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KL53 SXZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

63,959 mi
Last recorded63,959 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 SXZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 63,959 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 62,859 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 62,859 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 61,741 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 60,539 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 60,539 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 58,374 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 55,897 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 55,897 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 53,608 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 51,154 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 49,119 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 47,122 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 44,676 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 44,676 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)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 42,498 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 40,223 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 37,250 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 37,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 32,811 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 28,853 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,175 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)

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 SXZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 SXZ, 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 SXZ registered?

KL53 SXZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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