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BV03 RCU

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,392 mi
Last recorded86,392 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 RCU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 86,392 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 78,508 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 74,118 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 66,329 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 65,408 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 64,347 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 64,347 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 62,177 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 60,525 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 58,443 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 19 Jan 2011 54,034 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 49,897 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 49,897 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 45,759 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 42,356 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 42,356 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Both number plates poor condition.

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

O/S mirror hanging off.

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 34,947 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 27,231 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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BV03 RCU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV03 RCU, 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 BV03 RCU registered?

BV03 RCU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BV03 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 RCU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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