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BK53 GUC

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

102,871 mi
Last recorded102,871 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 GUC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 102,871 miles

both headlight beam images very poor

front shocks weak rear shocks very weak

nearside rear seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

sticker in swept area of windscreen

Fail 30 Jan 2013 102,871 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

both headlight beam images very poor

front shocks weak rear shocks very weak

nearside rear seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

sticker in swept area of windscreen

Pass 15 Feb 2012 89,588 miles

both front tyres on limit

both headlights slightly dull

rear shocks slightly weak

Fail 2 Feb 2011 77,744 miles

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

front brake inbalance on limit

Pass 2 Feb 2011 77,744 miles

front brake inbalance on limit

Pass 28 Jan 2010 66,017 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 53,681 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2009 53,681 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 41,218 miles

Offside front and nearside rear tyres low on tread.

Steering rack damp.

Fail 8 Feb 2008 41,218 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front and nearside rear tyres low on tread.

Steering rack damp.

Pass 20 Feb 2007 26,720 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 26,720 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BK53 GUC is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BK53 GUC, 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 BK53 GUC registered?

BK53 GUC is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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