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AU56 VRM

2006 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

162,008 mi
Last recorded162,008 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Fusion58,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 VRM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2022 162,008 miles

Front Grill missing

Front Headlights tarnished

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2022 162,008 miles

Front Grill missing

Front Headlights tarnished

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 90,509 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 90,501 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 81,287 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Oct 2018 67,880 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 64,079 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 57,596 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 51,592 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 45,359 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,820 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 33,080 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 28,346 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 28,346 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

o/s/f brake flexi hose loose

Pass 22 Sep 2010 23,404 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 18,032 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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AU56 VRM is a 2006 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 58,954 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 AU56 VRM, 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 20 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 AU56 VRM registered?

AU56 VRM is a 2006 Ford Fusion, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is AU56 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 VRM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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