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MK53 JCO

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,271 mi
Last recorded159,271 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 JCO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 159,271 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 151,903 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 142,092 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front headlight lens scratched.

Pass 21 Dec 2011 125,759 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 104,504 miles

Both rear shock adsorbers slight oil leak And near side rear top mount slight play

Off side and near side front tyres at 2.5mm or below

Pass 9 Dec 2009 97,906 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2009 97,906 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 89,165 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 89,165 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 79,782 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 69,398 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 49,030 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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MK53 JCO is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MK53 JCO, 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 MK53 JCO registered?

MK53 JCO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is MK53 JCO safe to buy?

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