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BP03 FLW

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,485 mi
Last recorded91,485 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 FLW
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2023 91,485 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users pos coolant reservoir cap (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer sill damage

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 91,458 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant reservoir cap not sealing properly, seriously leaking when hot (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements advertise sticker too close to characters (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Outer sill damage

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material strong advice replace it (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material strong advise replace it (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 82,025 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 71,898 miles

wiring hanging down offside front

Pass 1 Jul 2019 61,739 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 60,378 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 60,376 miles

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both sides (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 58,933 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 57,416 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 55,119 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 55,119 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 53,333 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 51,508 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,549 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 47,209 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 45,355 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 43,427 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 37,307 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 29,454 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,442 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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BP03 FLW 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 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 BP03 FLW, 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 BP03 FLW registered?

BP03 FLW is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 9 July 2003.

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