2010 Ford Fusion MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 61.3% of Ford Fusions first used in 2010 passed their MOT first time, against 59.3% for all cars first used in 2010. Across 17,111 Fusion first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were lamps and electrical equipment, brakes and suspension.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Ford Fusions first used in 2010 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2010 Ford Fusion MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Fusions first used in 2010 against all cars first used in 2010 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Fusion figure was 2.0 points higher.
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| Test year | 2010 Fusion | All cars first used 2010 | Fusion first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 68.0% | 62.6% | 6,202 |
| 2022 | 66.7% | 61.7% | 6,101 |
| 2023 | 63.7% | 60.5% | 5,996 |
| 2024 | 62.9% | 59.6% | 5,692 |
| 2025 | 61.3% | 59.3% | 5,423 |
Common 2010 Ford Fusion MOT failures
Share of the 6,381 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Stop lamp: not working | 20.0% | 1,277 |
| Rear fog lamp: not working | 13.6% | 868 |
| Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded | 11.7% | 744 |
| Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively | 9.6% | 612 |
| Position lamp: not working | 7.7% | 493 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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What to check on a 2010 Ford Fusion before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Brakes. Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on the test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
- Suspension. Worth looking behind the front wheels with a torch at the coil springs, and listening for knocks over bumps on the test drive.
Common 2010 Ford Fusion MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2010 Fusions, as a share of all 17,111 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material | 20.8% | 3,558 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 13.9% | 2,378 |
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 13.7% | 2,350 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 8.9% | 1,527 |
| Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive | 6.8% | 1,163 |
Questions about the 2010 Ford Fusion MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2010 Ford Fusion?
In 2025, 61.3% of Fusions first used in 2010 passed their MOT first time, against 59.3% for all cars first used in 2010. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2010 Fusion most often fail its MOT on?
Lamps and electrical equipment (in 56.8% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), brakes (26.2%) and suspension (22.3%). The single most common item was “Stop lamp: not working” (20.0%).
How often does a 2010 Ford Fusion fail its MOT?
In 2025, 38.7% of first tests on Fusions first used in 2010 did not pass first time: 28.0% failed, and a further 10.7% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 6,381 of 17,111 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2010 Ford Fusion MOT advisories?
“Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material” (on 20.8% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (13.9%), “Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (13.7%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (8.9%) and “Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive” (6.8%).
Is a 2010 Ford Fusion reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 68.0% in 2021 to 61.3% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2010
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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