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BT53 YZZ

2003 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,445 mi
Last recorded156,445 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 YZZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2012 156,445 miles

front no plate cracked

front pads wearing low

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2011 134,321 miles

front no plate cracked

slight play n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 4 Mar 2010 110,024 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 110,024 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 90,602 miles

offside front door interior trim removed

Fail 13 Feb 2009 90,602 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

offside front door interior trim removed

Pass 10 Nov 2007 69,598 miles

DRIVERS DOOR INTERIOR TRIM POORLY FITTED

REAR SILENCER RUSTY AND WEAK FRONT DISCS SHOW WEAR LIPS FRONT PADS 60% WORN...OUTER PADS

Pass 13 Nov 2006 49,668 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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BT53 YZZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BT53 YZZ, 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 BT53 YZZ registered?

BT53 YZZ is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BT53 YZZ safe to buy?

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