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KS52 VZJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

135,282 mi
Last recorded135,282 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 VZJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 135,282 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 18 Nov 2022 135,281 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 3 Nov 2021 129,511 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 123,465 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 107,358 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

head light lenses faded

Pass 14 May 2018 99,199 miles

front brake discs poor,poor fitting exhaust system,rear damper tubes loose,engine stabilizer bush worn,

Pass 19 May 2017 91,422 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2017 91,422 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 88,344 miles

centre stop lamp inop

Fail 30 Aug 2016 88,318 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

centre stop lamp inop

Pass 3 Sep 2015 83,929 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 77,869 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 3 May 2013 72,476 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 72,476 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 67,178 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2011 60,839 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 60,839 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 56,344 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2009 51,425 miles

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

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

Oil leak

exhaust rear box heavily corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2008 46,505 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 46,505 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Oil leak

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2007 41,177 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 32,184 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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KS52 VZJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 64,236 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KS52 VZJ, 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 KS52 VZJ registered?

KS52 VZJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 February 2003.

Is KS52 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 VZJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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