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HK53 BXL

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests22 (11 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,706 mi
Last recorded95,706 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 BXL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 11 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 95,706 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2017 88,450 miles

both rear bump stops poor condition

Fail 3 May 2017 88,448 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear bump stops poor condition

Pass 10 Feb 2016 78,276 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre very perished and cracked.

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracking.

Fail 10 Feb 2016 78,276 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre very perished and cracked.

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracking.

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

Fail 5 Feb 2016 78,265 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 3 Feb 2016 78,250 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 78,207 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 2 Jan 2015 77,914 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine oil level very low

n/s and o/s front headlight lenses deteriorated

Fail 31 Dec 2014 77,914 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine oil level very low

n/s and o/s front headlight lenses deteriorated

Pass 11 Jan 2014 72,462 miles

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall perishing

Fail 30 Dec 2013 72,442 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 66,202 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust heat shield above backbox insecure

Fail 21 Dec 2012 66,202 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust heat shield above backbox insecure

Pass 29 Dec 2011 95,531 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 48,241 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 40,100 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 40,100 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2008 34,455 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2008 34,455 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 3 May 2007 23,043 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 23,043 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HK53 BXL is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HK53 BXL, 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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HK53 BXL is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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