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KV53 TZR

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

149,274 mi
Last recorded149,274 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 TZR
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 149,274 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 139,073 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 127,461 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 111,324 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 111,063 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 86,174 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 83,128 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 77,062 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 70,982 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 66,687 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 61,301 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 61,301 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 55,397 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 49,652 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 45,904 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 37,695 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 37,693 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 29,805 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 26,046 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 26,046 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 21,844 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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KV53 TZR is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel 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 KV53 TZR, 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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What year was KV53 TZR registered?

KV53 TZR is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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