2002 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · FG52 CUY

The 2002 Ford Fusion currently holds a valid MOT certificate, having passed its most recent examination on 18 August 2025 at 56,988 miles. The maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, with zero defects recorded across the entire documented history. A failed test entry exists for the exact same date and mileage, yet no defects were logged against it, indicating an aborted test or administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical failure. Mileage accumulation remains remarkably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 2,374 miles annually. Between the August 2022 test at 50,136 miles and the August 2023 test at 50,923 miles, the vehicle covered just 787 miles. Usage increased slightly to 1,837 miles over the following twelve months, reaching 52,760 miles in August 2024. A more significant uptick occurred most recently, with the odometer climbing 4,228 miles to 56,988 miles by August 2025. The testing record shows no gaps, confirming consistent annual assessments. Despite the entirely clean MOT record, a prospective buyer must inspect components susceptible to age-related deterioration rather than mileage wear. Low annual usage often leads to seized brake calipers, binding handbrake mechanisms, and perished suspension bushes. Examine the underbody, sills, and subframes for structural corrosion, as standing vehicles frequently suffer from moisture ingress and surface rust compromising structural integrity. Check the date codes on the tyres; rubber perishes over time, meaning tread depth might remain legal while sidewalls crack. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion and verify the condition of all brake discs, which can surface-rust and pit during prolonged stationary periods.