Ford Fusion Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Fusion reliable? We analysed 1,954,614 real MOT tests across 109,115 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Fusion is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, stop lamp not working and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Fusion.
Ford Fusion Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Fusion. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Fusion MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Fusion to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Fusion Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ford Fusion fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ford Fusion Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Fusion models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ford Fusion Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Fusion owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Fusion MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Fusion year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 56 | 83.9% | 23,556 | 43,640 | 58,112 |
| 2017 | 60 | 80.0% | 23,026 | 46,221 | 74,423 |
| 2016 | 82 | 75.6% | 33,508 | 48,756 | 77,003 |
| 2015 | 93 | 81.7% | 31,577 | 54,176 | 87,798 |
| 2014 | 94 | 85.1% | 39,649 | 66,385 | 91,251 |
| 2013 | 138 | 81.9% | 14,546 | 35,480 | 72,232 |
| 2012 | 11,838 | 82.4% | 23,832 | 39,222 | 59,372 |
| 2011 | 41,281 | 81.0% | 27,407 | 45,070 | 68,086 |
| 2010 | 108,859 | 78.2% | 28,764 | 47,380 | 71,624 |
| 2009 | 183,673 | 77.7% | 30,979 | 51,247 | 76,811 |
| 2008 | 203,456 | 77.3% | 33,176 | 54,574 | 80,658 |
| 2007 | 224,863 | 75.9% | 35,286 | 57,439 | 84,395 |
| 2006 | 248,388 | 74.1% | 35,964 | 58,954 | 86,533 |
| 2005 | 218,141 | 75.3% | 37,288 | 60,704 | 88,974 |
| 2004 | 282,796 | 75.0% | 39,227 | 63,349 | 91,657 |
| 2003 | 367,319 | 73.9% | 40,814 | 64,236 | 91,312 |
| 2002 | 60,645 | 72.2% | 43,682 | 66,967 | 93,448 |
| 2001 | 51 | 62.7% | 70,588 | 95,765 | 111,780 |
| 2000 | 83 | 73.5% | 37,934 | 58,545 | 90,068 |
How Long Does a Ford Fusion Last?
Based on 109,115 Ford Fusion vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Fusion Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Fusion MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Fusion
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.1% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
62.7% MOT pass rate from 51 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Fusion is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.1% across 94 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford Fusion Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Fusion THIS CAR | 75.6% | 1,954,614 | 58,436 mi | 24 yrs |
| Ford Fiesta | 72.8% | 33,753,820 | 57,529 mi | 34 yrs |
| Ford Focus | 73.8% | 28,316,889 | 72,500 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ford Transit | 68.7% | 16,371,688 | 100,614 mi | 37 yrs |
| Peugeot 3008 | 77.8% | 1,383,456 | 54,920 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Fusion outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ford FusionShould you buy a used Ford Fusion?
The Ford Fusion has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.6% across 1,954,614 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 Ford Fusion are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (41,160 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (30,760), and brake pipe excessively corroded (28,170). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford Fusion with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Ford Fusion owner drives around 4,982 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 Ford Fusion models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.