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FP52 DTU

2002 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

95,659 mi
Last recorded95,659 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Ford Fusion66,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP52 DTU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 95,659 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 94,024 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 93,110 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Fail 6 Jun 2016 93,110 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bboth (1.7.5a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Fail 18 Mar 2015 91,290 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 91,290 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 88,300 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 82,899 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 80,704 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 77,615 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 77,614 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 71,678 miles

1 litres oil

Pass 1 Oct 2009 60,911 miles

both front and rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 6 Oct 2008 51,903 miles

front and rear number plate deteriated slightly.

Pass 5 Oct 2007 39,392 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 27,174 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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FP52 DTU is a 2002 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FP52 DTU, 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 FP52 DTU registered?

FP52 DTU is a 2002 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is FP52 DTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP52 DTU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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