CarVerify

Free Car Check

FY53 BLV

2003 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

126,730 mi
Last recorded126,730 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 BLV
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 126,730 miles

Coolant leak under radiator ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak under gearbox area ()

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

ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES VERY RUSTY RECOMMEND RENEW BRAKE PIPES

BOTH TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE RECOMMEND RENEW TYRES AND CHECK TRACKING

Fail 30 Nov 2017 126,730 miles

Coolant leak under radiator ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak under gearbox area ()

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

ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES VERY RUSTY RECOMMEND RENEW BRAKE PIPES

BOTH TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE RECOMMEND RENEW TYRES AND CHECK TRACKING

Pass 3 Dec 2016 122,426 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 115,335 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 101,160 miles

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

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

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough on roatation

Fail 26 Nov 2014 101,160 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough on roatation

Pass 13 Nov 2013 87,355 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 78,136 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 78,136 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 68,908 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 68,908 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 58,741 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 48,514 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 38,301 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 28,183 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 19,660 miles

O/S/F & O/S/R tyre outer walls are perishing

Pass 10 Jul 2006 17,732 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 17,732 miles

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

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
Full Ford Fusion reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FY53 BLV is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 FY53 BLV, 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

How do I check the history of FY53 BLV?

You can check the full history of FY53 BLV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FY53 BLV registered?

FY53 BLV is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is FY53 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 BLV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY53 BLV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FY53 BLV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.