CarVerify

Ford Fusion 2 16V Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

Free Ford Fusion 2 16V car check

Is the Ford Fusion 2 16V reliable? We analysed 999 real MOT tests across 278 vehicles to find out.

Got a specific Ford Fusion 2 16V? Enter the reg for a free check:

Free basic check Reports from £4.99 Results in seconds
Data last updated: · Based on 999 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.8%
Typical Mileage
94,989mi
Annual Mileage
4,374mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Fusion 2 16V is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Fusion 2 16V.

Specifications

Ford Fusion 2 16V — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Ford Fusion 2 16V — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1388cc
Engine
80bhp
Power
13.7sec
0–62 mph
42.2mpg
Combined
158g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1388cc
Power
80 BHP
0–62 mph
13.7 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Silver
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
42.2 mpg
Urban
32.1 mpg
Extra-urban
52.3 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£2123

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
158 g/km Band G
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£200
Road tax (6 mo.)
£110
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Ford Fusion 2 16V record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Ford Fusion 2 16V Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Fusion 2 16V. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Fusion 2 16V Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Fusion 2 16V owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,486 mi/yr
Typical
4,374 mi/yr
Average
5,067 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,827 mi/yr

Ford Fusion 2 16V Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Fusion 2 16V MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
94,989 mi
75th Percentile
120,696 mi
95th Percentile
159,447 mi
Max Recorded
1,204,710 mi

How Does the Ford Fusion 2 16V Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Fusion 2 16V THIS CAR 78.8% 999 94,989 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Aprilia Tuono 1000 08 91.4% 1,021 10,814 mi 18 yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Fusion 2 16V outperforms both on MOT reliability.

Found a Ford Fusion 2 16V you like?

Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.

Check a specific Ford Fusion 2 16V

Should you buy a used Ford Fusion 2 16V?

The Ford Fusion 2 16V has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.8% across 999 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Ford Fusion 2 16V owner drives around 4,374 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford Fusion 2 16V — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fusion 2 16V reliable?
Based on 999 MOT tests, the Ford Fusion 2 16V has a 78.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Fusion 2 16V?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Fusion 2 16V do per year?
The typical Ford Fusion 2 16V does around 4,374 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Fusion 2 16V last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Fusion 2 16V?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.