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YK53 PLZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

70,997 mi
Last recorded70,997 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 PLZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 70,997 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 68,675 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 65,187 miles

both rear tyres becoming worn on the inside edges,measured at 3mm

fuel filler pipes corroded but no visible leaks at time of mot

Pass 21 Nov 2017 61,492 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 57,434 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 53,604 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

rear exhaust becoming corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2014 49,751 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 49,751 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2013 45,838 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 41,678 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 37,580 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,133 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 26,910 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 26,890 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Outer Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 21,852 miles

High Level Brake Light Inop

Pass 21 Sep 2007 18,375 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 14,605 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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YK53 PLZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 YK53 PLZ, 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 YK53 PLZ registered?

YK53 PLZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 September 2003.

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