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BU52 FXO

2002 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

66,974 mi
Last recorded66,974 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Fusion66,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 FXO
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 66,974 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2021 66,965 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 66,775 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 66,775 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 66,157 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 May 2018 65,047 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 64,008 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 63,252 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 62,302 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 61,493 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 60,783 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 60,783 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 59,588 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2011 58,411 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 May 2011 58,408 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 56,994 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 51,826 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front outer C.V.Gaiter leaking(Pin Hole)

Offside and Nearside rear shokck absorber dust covers adrift/insecure

Pass 14 Oct 2008 42,495 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 33,646 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 25,754 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2005 17,249 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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BU52 FXO is a 2002 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 66,967 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 BU52 FXO, 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 24 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 BU52 FXO registered?

BU52 FXO is a 2002 Ford Fusion, first registered on 28 October 2002.

Is BU52 FXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 FXO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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