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BC03 DTU

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,997 mi
Last recorded119,997 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 DTU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 119,997 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 110,618 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside wiper split

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 101,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2014 93,028 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 93,028 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 83,590 miles

N/S/F TYRE 2MM

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2013 83,590 miles

N/S/F TYRE 2MM

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2012 71,660 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 71,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 61,430 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 56,683 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 52,140 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 49,325 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 40,797 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 40,797 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 30,702 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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BC03 DTU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BC03 DTU, 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 BC03 DTU registered?

BC03 DTU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is BC03 DTU safe to buy?

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