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LR53 YOL

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,475 mi
Last recorded71,475 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 YOL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 71,475 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops are in poor condition

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 66,610 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 61,369 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 55,479 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 48,975 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 42,839 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 36,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 36,545 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 30,730 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 24,817 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 16,192 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 10,366 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 8,867 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 6,756 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 4,527 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 3,551 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 YOL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YOL, 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 LR53 YOL registered?

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

Is LR53 YOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 YOL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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