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BK53 SBY

2003 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,652 mi
Last recorded77,652 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 SBY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 77,652 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Jul 2015 70,400 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 66,723 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 62,278 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2013 62,278 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 57,425 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)

Pass 28 May 2011 51,179 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 45,825 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 39,483 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 32,269 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 32,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2007 25,317 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 22,126 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 22,126 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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 SBY is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BK53 SBY, 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 SBY registered?

BK53 SBY is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 4 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BK53 SBY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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