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LR53 JOJ

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,185 mi
Last recorded73,185 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 JOJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 73,185 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 73,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 63,666 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 63,666 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 54,299 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2023 54,299 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 50,207 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 49,663 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 49,492 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 49,066 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 48,251 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 47,840 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 47,261 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 45,959 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 44,796 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 43,668 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 39,699 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 34,453 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 29,419 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 23,971 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 19,652 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 14,322 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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LR53 JOJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LR53 JOJ, 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 LR53 JOJ registered?

LR53 JOJ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LR53 JOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 JOJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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