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SB53 KRZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

83,187 mi
Last recorded83,187 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 KRZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 83,187 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 83,187 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 78,868 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 75,411 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 72,140 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 67,456 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 67,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 60,938 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 60,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 52,315 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 46,613 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 41,222 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 40,853 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 33,985 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 33,985 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

power steering pipe loose

Pass 31 Mar 2008 27,206 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 19,690 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 19,690 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 KRZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SB53 KRZ, 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 SB53 KRZ registered?

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

Is SB53 KRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 KRZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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