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YP56 VLX

2006 Ford Fusion

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

89,108 mi
Last recorded89,108 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Fusion58,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP56 VLX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 89,108 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 88,707 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 80,765 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 77,773 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 74,226 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 71,069 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 71,069 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 67,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 63,189 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 60,224 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 57,111 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 53,920 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt not checked as child seat fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2014 51,295 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 10 Dec 2013 48,135 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 41,843 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 31,530 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,264 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 17,595 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 13,579 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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YP56 VLX is a 2006 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 YP56 VLX, 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 YP56 VLX registered?

YP56 VLX is a 2006 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 November 2006.

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The MOT history for YP56 VLX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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