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BF53 LCE

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

98,394 mi
Last recorded98,394 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 LCE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 98,394 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2019 98,388 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 92,002 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 30 Mar 2018 91,987 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 87,309 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear minor crack on inner of tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2016 80,149 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre bald edge

Pass 24 Apr 2015 73,783 miles

nearside wiper slight split

Pass 4 Apr 2014 66,873 miles

washer button stiff

Pass 15 Apr 2013 61,106 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 54,430 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 54,430 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2011 46,033 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear suspension bump stops deteriorating

Fail 22 Apr 2011 46,033 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine oil level low

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear suspension bump stops deteriorating

Fail 13 Apr 2010 39,085 miles

Engine oil level low

Front windscreen lightly scratched

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 39,085 miles

Engine oil level low

Front windscreen lightly scratched

Pass 16 Apr 2009 33,471 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 28,067 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 24,017 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,960 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 LCE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BF53 LCE, 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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BF53 LCE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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