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PF53 BUO

2003 Ford Fusion

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,302 mi
Last recorded113,302 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 BUO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 113,302 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlamp lenses deterioating (1.7.5a)

signs of fuel injector blowing,no leak of fuel can be seen.injectors covered by air box etc.

Fail 8 Dec 2015 113,302 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlamp lenses deterioating (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

signs of fuel injector blowing,no leak of fuel can be seen.injectors covered by air box etc.

Pass 9 Dec 2014 101,857 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 92,305 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 82,781 miles

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

both headlight beam images poor.

headlight lenses deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2011 71,726 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both headlamp lenses deterioating

Pass 27 Dec 2010 61,338 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 50,895 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2009 50,895 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Dec 2008 40,802 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 29,873 miles

exhaust backbox corroding

Pass 30 Dec 2006 20,053 miles

handbrake travel high

high level brake light not working

nearside front tyre starting to wear outer edge

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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PF53 BUO is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PF53 BUO, 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 PF53 BUO registered?

PF53 BUO is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is PF53 BUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF53 BUO shows 12 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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