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EF52 VRL

2002 Ford Fusion

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,049 mi
Last recorded110,049 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Ford Fusion66,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 VRL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 110,049 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 104,844 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 101,185 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/side low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 101,184 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 96,426 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 96,426 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 87,572 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2018 87,572 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 75,838 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 56,937 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 55,228 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 53,284 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 50,582 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 48,046 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 45,412 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 40,672 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 36,704 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 32,748 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 28,483 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 23,072 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 23,072 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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EF52 VRL is a 2002 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EF52 VRL, 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.

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What year was EF52 VRL registered?

EF52 VRL is a 2002 Ford Fusion, first registered on 13 December 2002.

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