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BD04 VLG

2004 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

56,256 mi
Last recorded56,256 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Fusion63,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 VLG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 56,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 50,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 47,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 43,320 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 42,998 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 41,081 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 41,081 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2017 39,858 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 21 May 2016 34,144 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 27,160 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 May 2014 20,435 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 19,806 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres cracked all round

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 May 2012 18,893 miles

O/S/F, O/S/R & N/S/R tyres cracked

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

Pass 15 May 2012 18,893 miles

O/S/F, O/S/R & N/S/R tyres cracked

Pass 11 May 2011 16,778 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 15,299 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 13,224 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 11,381 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 8,885 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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BD04 VLG is a 2004 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 63,349 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 BD04 VLG, 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 22 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 BD04 VLG registered?

BD04 VLG is a 2004 Ford Fusion, first registered on 15 May 2004.

Is BD04 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 VLG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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