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BN53 OEK

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,170 mi
Last recorded101,170 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 OEK
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 101,170 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 95,744 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both rear tyres perished in tread area

Pass 1 Feb 2017 90,086 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint with back box (7.1.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 90,086 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint with back box (7.1.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 87,171 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 87,170 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

coolant expansion bottle has a major leak

Pass 13 Jan 2015 83,283 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 77,504 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 71,889 miles

corrosion to rear springs

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2012 69,036 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust slencer mountings are corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2012 69,036 miles

rear exhaust slencer mountings are corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2011 60,676 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 60,676 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 54,971 miles

both front tyres are worn low

Fail 22 Jan 2010 54,970 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

both front tyres are worn low

offside outer door trim missing

Pass 26 Jan 2009 49,639 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 49,639 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 44,547 miles

nearside front tyre tread perished

Pass 23 Jan 2007 29,019 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 27,278 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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BN53 OEK is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BN53 OEK, 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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BN53 OEK is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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