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AV05 VMT

2005 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

129,135 mi
Last recorded129,135 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Fusion60,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 VMT
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 129,135 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output image slightly hazy both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 18 Jul 2026 129,132 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output image slightly hazy both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Nov 2024 125,629 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 115,986 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 106,049 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 96,446 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 85,389 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 74,195 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 63,972 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 52,370 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 44,544 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2015 41,934 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 39,842 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 36,254 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 33,479 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 31,156 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 28,140 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 26,123 miles

both front tyres have perishing cracks in tread

Pass 14 Apr 2009 24,208 miles

o/s/f and rear tyres have perishing cracks in tread

Pass 11 Apr 2008 17,292 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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AV05 VMT is a 2005 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 60,704 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 AV05 VMT, 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 21 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 AV05 VMT registered?

AV05 VMT is a 2005 Ford Fusion, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is AV05 VMT safe to buy?

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