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AV55 VZJ

2005 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,395 mi
Last recorded63,395 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Fusion60,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 VZJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 63,395 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded to o/s/r flexi-hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Dec 2015 63,395 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded to o/s/r flexi-hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 51,964 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 51,964 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 43,967 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 43,967 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 35,792 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 29,664 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 23,688 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 19,122 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 14,609 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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AV55 VZJ is a 2005 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV55 VZJ, 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.

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What year was AV55 VZJ registered?

AV55 VZJ is a 2005 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is AV55 VZJ safe to buy?

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