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ML53 JKF

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

129,726 mi
Last recorded129,726 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 JKF
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 129,726 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 122,638 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 115,151 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 106,812 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 99,326 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 May 2013 92,366 miles

Incorrect size wiper blades fitted

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear bump stops deteriorated

Fail 27 May 2013 92,323 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Incorrect size wiper blades fitted

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear bump stops deteriorated

Pass 28 May 2012 86,444 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 83,116 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2010 72,534 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 72,534 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 58,843 miles

Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 58,843 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 46,039 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 45,836 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Fail 5 Nov 2007 31,867 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 31,867 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 20,455 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 19,800 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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ML53 JKF is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 ML53 JKF, 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 ML53 JKF registered?

ML53 JKF is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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