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LR53 YSL

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

158,359 mi
Last recorded158,359 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 YSL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2021 158,359 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened drop link bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushs perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

signs of coolant leak

Pass 3 Mar 2020 150,752 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 150,725 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 141,216 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 141,216 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 132,463 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2018 132,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 117,430 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 113,173 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 113,173 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 108,596 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 104,077 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Fail 14 Mar 2014 104,077 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

n/s rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 20 Jun 2013 96,475 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 83,769 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 83,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 68,915 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear bump stops fallen down

Pass 29 Jun 2010 55,810 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 55,810 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 Jun 2009 40,696 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 40,696 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 30,575 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,635 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 23,174 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 15,617 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 YSL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YSL, 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 YSL registered?

LR53 YSL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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