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BN53 UTA

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

182,254 mi
Last recorded182,254 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 UTA
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 182,254 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 181,293 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 179,647 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 178,087 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 176,513 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 174,304 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 172,108 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 170,395 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 168,402 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 166,379 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 164,197 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 162,639 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 157,365 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 147,200 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 131,323 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 116,469 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 87,615 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 73,328 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 13 Nov 2006 50,975 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 50,975 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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 UTA is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 UTA, 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 UTA registered?

BN53 UTA is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is BN53 UTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 UTA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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