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BN53 TXE

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 TXE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 105,854 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 99,511 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 91,718 miles

Auxiliary drive belt fraying

Oil leak Gearbox

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2016 83,128 miles

Auxiliary drive belt fraying slightly

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 75,898 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 75,851 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 69,134 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2014 68,997 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 61,844 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 55,592 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 48,363 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 48,211 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 40,271 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 32,797 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2009 32,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 30,923 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 28,081 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 61,841 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 TXE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN53 TXE, 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 BN53 TXE registered?

BN53 TXE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is BN53 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 TXE shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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