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EA03 BXE

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,718 mi
Last recorded86,718 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 BXE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 86,718 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective plus offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 85,844 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 85,844 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low both side (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 84,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 83,330 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 13 May 2017 81,844 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 80,459 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 80,459 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2015 78,794 miles

both headlights slightly opaque but do not affect beam pattern

Pass 1 Apr 2014 75,160 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 66,639 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 57,605 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 57,605 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 48,834 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 41,244 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 41,244 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 34,792 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 29,380 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 29,380 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 21,670 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 15,657 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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EA03 BXE is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EA03 BXE, 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 EA03 BXE registered?

EA03 BXE is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is EA03 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 BXE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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