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SW53 BWH

2003 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,163 mi
Last recorded72,163 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fusion64,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 BWH
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 72,163 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 69,147 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 66,100 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre has a cut in the tread

Pass 9 Apr 2014 63,134 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 58,327 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 58,033 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Coolant leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

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

arieal missing

auxlilary belt condition poor

n/s/f tyre sidewall slight damage

n/s/r and o/s/r shock damper cover adrift

rear engine torque mount slightly split

Pass 24 Apr 2012 52,931 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 46,567 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 40,471 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 40,471 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 31,526 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 31,526 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 25,534 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 25,534 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 20,358 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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SW53 BWH is a 2003 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 SW53 BWH, 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 SW53 BWH registered?

SW53 BWH is a 2003 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is SW53 BWH safe to buy?

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