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Fisher Fury Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fisher Fury reliable? We analysed 1,298 real MOT tests across 147 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,298 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.5%
Typical Mileage
7,739mi
Annual Mileage
432mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
29yrs

The Fisher Fury is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp not working, suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fisher Fury.

Fisher Fury Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Fisher Fury. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Fisher Fury MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Fisher Fury to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.2%
2007
91.6%
2005
89.6%
2004
89.5%
2003
87.3%
2002
81.1%
2001
80.7%
1999
83.5%
1998
82.8%
1997

Fisher Fury Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Fisher Fury fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Stop lamp not working 18
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
position lamp(s) not working 14
Headlamp aim too low 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 12
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 10
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 9

Fisher Fury Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Fisher Fury owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
135 mi/yr
Typical
432 mi/yr
Average
1,082 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,020 mi/yr

Fisher Fury MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fisher Fury year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 51 88.2% 6,025 11,840 15,012
2005 95 91.6% 3,191 4,764 6,842
2004 106 89.6% 1,912 6,616 13,480
2003 105 89.5% 3,639 4,995 8,390
2002 110 87.3% 5,448 8,612 18,304
2001 127 81.1% 3,831 7,117 11,345
1999 83 80.7% 5,404 11,456 17,360
1998 109 83.5% 3,084 5,702 31,144
1997 64 82.8% 5,932 15,832 22,385

How Long Does a Fisher Fury Last?

Based on 147 Fisher Fury vehicles on UK roads.

Average
19.7 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
29 years

Fisher Fury Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Fisher Fury MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,739 mi
75th Percentile
13,195 mi
95th Percentile
35,019 mi
Max Recorded
96,027 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fisher Fury

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2005

91.6% MOT pass rate from 95 tests

Year to avoid
1999

80.7% MOT pass rate from 83 tests

The best year to buy a used Fisher Fury is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 95 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fisher Fury Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fisher Fury THIS CAR 85.5% 1,298 7,739 mi 29 yrs
Bedford Astramax 64.9% 541 42,577 mi 39 yrs
Husqvarna Unknown 84.1% 1,217 2,127 mi 10 yrs
Yamaha Ybr 250 07 89.1% 1,820 14,519 mi 17 yrs
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F 92.3% 2,186 11,966 mi 20 yrs

Compared to the Bedford Astramax (64.9% pass rate) and the Husqvarna Unknown (84.1% pass rate), the Fisher Fury outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fisher Fury?

The Fisher Fury has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.5% across 1,298 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Fisher Fury are stop lamp not working (18 recorded failures), suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (15), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (14). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Fisher Fury owner drives around 432 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Fisher Fury models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Fisher Fury — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fisher Fury reliable?
Based on 1,298 MOT tests, the Fisher Fury has a 85.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Fisher Fury?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp not working, suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fisher Fury do per year?
The typical Fisher Fury does around 432 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fisher Fury last?
Most Fisher Fury models stay on UK roads for around 29 years based on our analysis of 147 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fisher Fury?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Fisher Fury?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fisher Fury is 2005 with a 91.6% pass rate across 95 tests.