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BV03 SLU

2003 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,079 mi
Last recorded54,079 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 SLU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 54,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

power steering pipes damp

power steering rack damp

Fail 21 Feb 2015 54,079 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

power steering pipes damp

power steering rack damp

Fail 20 Feb 2015 54,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

both front headlamps detiorated

exhaust corroded

surface corrosion to front subframe

surface corrosion to fuel filler neck

surface corrosion to rear beam axle

Pass 13 Feb 2014 52,974 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 48,104 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both front headlight lenses tarnished affecting beam pattern

both front tyres cracking on sidewall

coolant leaks

unable to check rear seatbelts

Pass 15 Feb 2012 43,052 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 43,052 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 39,403 miles

Wiper blades slightly deteriorated recommend replace

Pass 9 Feb 2010 36,152 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 5 Feb 2010 36,144 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 Jan 2010 36,132 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Power steering fluid level slight low, keep check on.

Pass 2 Feb 2009 31,160 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 23,886 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 17,128 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 11,533 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 SLU is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SLU, 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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BV03 SLU is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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