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BL03 VTE

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,657 mi
Last recorded106,657 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 VTE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 106,657 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 106,657 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 93,818 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 92,273 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 85,926 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

both front door check straps loose

front exhaust flexi joint split

tapping noise from engine at idle speed

Pass 4 Jul 2011 84,043 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 78,279 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jun 2009 69,755 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 63,262 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 63,262 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 52,021 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 52,021 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 33,417 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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BL03 VTE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BL03 VTE, 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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What year was BL03 VTE registered?

BL03 VTE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is BL03 VTE safe to buy?

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