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VU61 XUL

2011 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,645 mi
Last recorded67,645 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2011 Ford Fusion45,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 XUL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 67,645 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 56,055 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 56,055 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 43,851 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 41,488 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

front discs lipped slightly

Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,794 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 30,594 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 30,594 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 23,544 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 23,544 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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VU61 XUL is a 2011 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2011 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 45,070 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 VU61 XUL, 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 15 years old, this Ford Fusion is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU61 XUL registered?

VU61 XUL is a 2011 Ford Fusion, first registered on 17 September 2011.

Is VU61 XUL safe to buy?

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