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SB53 KPA

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,807 mi
Last recorded68,807 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 KPA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 68,807 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 67,409 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 67,294 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 65,179 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Surface corrosion throughout suspension components

Pass 8 Nov 2022 63,102 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 61,699 miles

Slight movement in steering rack mounting bushes

Surface corrosion throughout underside inc. body and structure, steering and suspension components

Pass 10 Nov 2020 60,319 miles

Surface corrosion appearing in places throughout underside of vehicle inc. steering/suspension components, body and structure

Pass 6 Nov 2019 58,845 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 57,128 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 55,232 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 52,904 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded across subframe (2.3.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 50,246 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 46,786 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 43,191 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 39,774 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 35,916 miles

front discs worn

Pass 9 Nov 2010 32,457 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 28,820 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 24,785 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 19,738 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 15,386 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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SB53 KPA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SB53 KPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB53 KPA registered?

SB53 KPA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is SB53 KPA safe to buy?

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