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BJ53 SXD

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,742 mi
Last recorded90,742 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 SXD
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 90,742 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 90,742 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 78,563 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 78,562 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 70,441 miles

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

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

both rear shockabsorber shrouds insecure

Pass 19 Oct 2011 60,016 miles

both rear shockabsorber shrouds insecure

Fail 19 Oct 2011 60,012 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

n/s wiper smears

engine management lamp on

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

both rear shockabsorber shrouds insecure

Pass 20 Oct 2010 50,390 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Oct 2009 41,308 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

the child seat is fitted to the offside rear seat

Pass 31 Oct 2008 33,659 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 28,104 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 23,226 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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BJ53 SXD is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BJ53 SXD, 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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BJ53 SXD is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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