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WU56 XMW

2006 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,566 mi
Last recorded141,566 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Fusion58,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 XMW
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 141,566 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 138,294 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 135,846 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2023 135,846 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 122,493 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 122,493 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2021 110,483 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 107,335 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 15 Oct 2019 99,330 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 99,330 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 891,236 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 80,584 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 71,348 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 71,348 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 62,378 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 62,378 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 52,834 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 45,897 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 45,885 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 42,295 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 42,290 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2011 95,485 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 31,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 31,884 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 25,071 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 23,820 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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 5 Aug 2009 23,820 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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WU56 XMW is a 2006 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 58,954 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 WU56 XMW, 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 20 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 WU56 XMW registered?

WU56 XMW is a 2006 Ford Fusion, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is WU56 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU56 XMW shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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