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BF53 GXT

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,940 mi
Last recorded81,940 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 GXT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 81,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front headlamps slightly misted/clouded

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2021 81,940 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front headlamps slightly misted/clouded

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 77,580 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 74,411 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 67,385 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 67,385 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 62,442 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 62,442 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 55,367 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 49,602 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 43,130 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 38,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 32,363 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,978 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 24,983 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 24,983 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 20,615 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 17,073 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 13,328 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 9,826 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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BF53 GXT is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF53 GXT, 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 BF53 GXT registered?

BF53 GXT is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BF53 GXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 GXT shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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