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Ford Fusion

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LL03 BMUMOT history

LL03 BMU is a black petrol Ford Fusion first used on 31 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 154,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2024.

LL03 BMU black Ford Fusion – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fusion, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2025
Mileage
154,373 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2024
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 BMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fusion
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 BMU was last recorded at 154,373 miles on 16 Jan 2024, 1,245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2016: 136,314 miles, lower than 160,680 miles on 24 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
153,128 miles · 13 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,245 miles
Average per year
6,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,373 miles
  • 2023 – 153,128 miles
  • 2022 – 151,451 miles
  • 2021 – 150,059 miles
  • 2019 – 147,931 miles
  • 2018 – 145,163 miles
  • 2017 – 140,834 miles
  • 2016 – 136,315 miles
  • 2015 – 160,680 miles
  • 2014 – 121,958 miles
  • 2013 – 114,218 miles
  • 2012 – 104,729 miles
  • 2011 – 94,839 miles
  • 2010 – 83,229 miles
  • 2009 – 67,856 miles
  • 2008 – 54,000 miles
  • 2007 – 45,421 miles
  • 2006 – 35,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,373 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded various
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,373 miles (+1,245)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,373 miles
    Test number
    457986953985
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded various
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass153,128 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    153,128 miles
    Test number
    886217324636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail153,127 miles (+1,676)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,127 miles
    Test number
    307282838597
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass151,451 miles (+1,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,451 miles
    Test number
    741987814074
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass150,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,059 miles
    Test number
    187797159116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail150,059 miles (+2,128)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,059 miles
    Test number
    583409824096
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass147,931 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,931 miles
    Test number
    873008987394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass145,163 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,163 miles
    Test number
    308831224472
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail145,162 miles (+4,328)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,162 miles
    Test number
    553347268803
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass140,834 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    140,834 miles
    Test number
    195988841159
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail140,768 miles (+4,453)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,768 miles
    Test number
    915161985799
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass136,315 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    136,315 miles
    Test number
    114293942135
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail136,314 miles (-24,366)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,314 miles
    Test number
    953311983835
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass160,680 miles (+30,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    160,680 miles
    Test number
    349355805253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail130,651 miles (+8,693)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,651 miles
    Test number
    807531705222
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass121,958 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,958 miles
    Test number
    536816504240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Fail121,958 miles (+7,740)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,958 miles
    Test number
    225916504297
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Pass114,218 miles (+63)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    114,218 miles
    Test number
    929782613221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCut on offside front tyre not deep enough to reach cords or ply
    • NoteEngine management light stays on all time on dashboard

  19. Fail114,155 miles (+9,426)6 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,155 miles
    Test number
    258768703224
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCut on offside front tyre not deep enough to reach cords or ply
    • NoteEngine management light stays on all time on dashboard

  20. Pass104,729 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    104,729 miles
    Test number
    217839702290
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Fail104,729 miles (+9,890)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,729 miles
    Test number
    345079502474
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass94,839 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    94,839 miles
    Test number
    539066801282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and lipped

  23. Fail94,839 miles (+11,610)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,839 miles
    Test number
    679206401205
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and lipped

  24. Pass83,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    83,229 miles
    Test number
    102538800201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,229 miles (+15,373)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,229 miles
    Test number
    342418200406
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low

  26. Fail67,856 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,856 miles
    Test number
    311658309453
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass67,856 miles (+13,856)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    67,856 miles
    Test number
    530208309213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail54,000 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,000 miles
    Test number
    802712118275
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass54,000 miles (+8,579)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,000 miles
    Test number
    884462818232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    372382817269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail45,421 miles (+10,283)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    934711917293
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  32. Pass35,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,138 miles
    Test number
    803015506215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 BMU

Does LL03 BMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 BMU expired on 31 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 BMU?
The MOT on LL03 BMU expired on 31 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 BMU done?
LL03 BMU was recorded at 154,373 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2024, an average of 6,821 miles a year.
Has LL03 BMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 BMU has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LL03 BMU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL03 BMU find?
LL03 BMU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various; fuel pipe/s corroded various, and 2 more.

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