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LB52 JKV

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

132,568 mi
Last recorded132,568 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 JKV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 132,568 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 31 Jan 2026 132,567 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking at rear of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 122,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 110,190 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 102,080 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 100,214 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 97,493 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 95,754 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 94,444 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 94,191 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 92,667 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 90,374 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 90,374 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 88,242 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 87,107 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 85,989 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 85,125 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 84,078 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 75,546 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 67,206 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 59,946 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 50,314 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 39,871 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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LB52 JKV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LB52 JKV, 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 LB52 JKV registered?

LB52 JKV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 January 2003.

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The MOT history for LB52 JKV shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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