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NJ53 SJX

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,156 mi
Last recorded97,156 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ53 SJX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 97,156 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 97,156 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 90,758 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 81,686 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 76,479 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 71,389 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 66,090 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 66,090 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 59,033 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 54,638 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 49,691 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 44,140 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 44,140 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 41,067 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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NJ53 SJX is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NJ53 SJX, 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 NJ53 SJX registered?

NJ53 SJX is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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