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BG03 XSU

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,189 mi
Last recorded88,189 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XSU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 88,189 miles

Both Front Suspension Top Mounts Rusty

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F Coil spring corroded

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2014 81,861 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 81,861 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 77,734 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 77,734 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 72,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 66,975 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear body damage

small splits at ends of front wiper blades

Pass 1 Apr 2010 61,329 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 61,329 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

O/S OF REAR BUMPER LOOSE

O/S REAR SUSPENSION BUMP STOP BUFFER DISINTEGRATED

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

REAR NO PLATE DAMAGED

Pass 23 Mar 2009 55,055 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 49,217 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 49,217 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 42,882 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 31,761 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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BG03 XSU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG03 XSU, 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 BG03 XSU registered?

BG03 XSU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is BG03 XSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 XSU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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