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FX52 HLE

2002 Ford Fusion

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

122,885 mi
Last recorded122,885 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Fusion66,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 HLE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 122,885 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Dec 2017 122,885 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Nov 2016 107,579 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 105,472 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 100,672 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Nov 2013 93,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 93,647 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 86,410 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 79,007 miles

dice & teddy removed from interior mirror

Pass 2 Nov 2010 72,174 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 72,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 26 Oct 2009 64,099 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 64,099 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Oct 2008 56,826 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 46,615 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 34,888 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 34,888 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 24,214 miles

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

rear registration plate becoming discoured

Fail 3 Oct 2005 24,214 miles

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

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

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

rear registration plate becoming discoured

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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FX52 HLE is a 2002 Ford Fusion in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 FX52 HLE, 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 FX52 HLE registered?

FX52 HLE is a 2002 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is FX52 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 HLE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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