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BL53 CMX

2004 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,523 mi
Last recorded103,523 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Fusion63,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 CMX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 103,523 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

expansion bottle leaking/cracked

Fail 10 Dec 2015 103,523 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

expansion bottle leaking/cracked

Pass 15 Dec 2014 93,939 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 93,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 86,401 miles

Both rear coil springs corroded

Both rear tyres perished

nearside rear tyre has small cut in sidewall

Pass 17 Jan 2013 80,890 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 73,422 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 61,631 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 46,649 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 34,440 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 34,440 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 26,103 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 17,937 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 17,712 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

rear number plate delamintaing

tyre treads cracking (o/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/f, n/s/r)

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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BL53 CMX is a 2004 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 2004 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 63,349 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 BL53 CMX, 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 22 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 BL53 CMX registered?

BL53 CMX is a 2004 Ford Fusion, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is BL53 CMX safe to buy?

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