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CV05 SZF

2005 Ford Fusion

Gold Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

136,001 mi
Last recorded136,001 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Fusion60,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 SZF
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 136,001 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

underside freshly under sealed front to rear

Pass 24 Mar 2023 134,612 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2022 131,965 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust silencer slightly loose by fuel tank (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 131,387 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 131,355 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component has an unsafe modification Bottom ball joint has wrong nut (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 130,579 miles

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

rear brake backing plates corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2019 129,906 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 128,757 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 127,133 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 124,440 miles

Advise exhaust heat shield insecure

Advise fuel pipe corrosion

Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (BOTTOM BALL JOINT) (2.4.G.2)

Rear Advise both sides shock absorber dust shrouds insecure

Fail 24 Mar 2016 124,440 miles

Advise exhaust heat shield insecure

Advise fuel pipe corrosion

Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (BOTTOM BALL JOINT) (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Advise both sides shock absorber dust shrouds insecure

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 115,707 miles

Advise both sides rear shock absorber dust shrouds insecure.

Advise exhaust heat shield insecure.

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 115,707 miles

Advise both sides rear shock absorber dust shrouds insecure.

Advise exhaust heat shield insecure.

Pass 10 Mar 2014 100,231 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 87,957 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 74,458 miles

Advise, offside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure.

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 66,073 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 56,106 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 56,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 46,113 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 37,194 miles

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

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

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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CV05 SZF is a 2005 Ford Fusion in Gold with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CV05 SZF, 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 CV05 SZF registered?

CV05 SZF is a 2005 Ford Fusion, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is CV05 SZF safe to buy?

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