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Ford Fusion

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 1,399 cc

LM52 LJJMOT history

LM52 LJJ is a green diesel Ford Fusion first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 68,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LM52 LJJ green Ford Fusion – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
68,531 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 LJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fusion
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 LJJ was last recorded at 68,531 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,869 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
662 miles
Average per year
2,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,531 miles
  • 2025 – 67,869 miles
  • 2024 – 67,050 miles
  • 2023 – 66,241 miles
  • 2021 – 65,602 miles
  • 2020 – 64,685 miles
  • 2019 – 62,900 miles
  • 2018 – 61,424 miles
  • 2017 – 58,784 miles
  • 2016 – 54,400 miles
  • 2015 – 49,077 miles
  • 2014 – 45,842 miles
  • 2013 – 39,968 miles
  • 2012 – 38,854 miles
  • 2011 – 36,592 miles
  • 2010 – 34,042 miles
  • 2009 – 30,420 miles
  • 2008 – 26,723 miles
  • 2007 – 23,379 miles
  • 2006 – 18,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,531 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has surface corrosion.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Corrosion to front and rear suspension parts and mounting areas

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,531 miles (+662)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    68,531 miles
    Test number
    195381168594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has surface corrosion.

  2. Pass67,869 miles (+819)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,869 miles
    Test number
    534922309320
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension parts and mounting areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded and front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass67,050 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,050 miles
    Test number
    812995627131
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension parts and mounting areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail67,050 miles (+809)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,050 miles
    Test number
    385304872480
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension parts and mounting areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass66,241 miles (+27)1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    66,241 miles
    Test number
    357219031650
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides Cloudy, Aim Just Met (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine has Misfire , Possible Injector
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod Has Slight Play (Both Sides)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened General Rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse Lamp Inoperative (Pre 1st September 2009)
    • AdvisoryUnder Vehicle + Steering/Suspension Components General Rust

  6. Fail66,214 miles (+612)1 dangerous1 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    141845952706
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Marked with Yellow Chalk (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides Cloudy, Aim Just Met (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine has Misfire , Possible Injector
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod Has Slight Play (Both Sides)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened General Rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse Lamp Inoperative (Pre 1st September 2009)
    • AdvisoryUnder Vehicle + Steering/Suspension Components General Rust

  7. Pass65,602 miles (+917)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    65,602 miles
    Test number
    890688405716
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Engine area, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread shoulder, (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,685 miles (+1,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    64,685 miles
    Test number
    244359023985
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Engine area, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass62,900 miles (+1,476)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    956820596163
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted

  10. Pass61,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    61,424 miles
    Test number
    630640670264
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail61,424 miles (+2,640)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,424 miles
    Test number
    646070981236
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass58,784 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    58,784 miles
    Test number
    287865719083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail58,784 miles (+4,384)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,784 miles
    Test number
    956487516360
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass54,400 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,400 miles
    Test number
    914647320950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,391 miles (+5,314)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,391 miles
    Test number
    133616930763
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Engine area, (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass49,077 miles (+3,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,077 miles
    Test number
    722822884672
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass45,842 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,842 miles
    Test number
    785937014318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear shock bump stop deteriorated
    • NoteDiffernt size tyres fitted to each axle

  18. Fail45,842 miles (+5,874)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,842 miles
    Test number
    915697814343
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear shock bump stop deteriorated
    • NoteDiffernt size tyres fitted to each axle

  19. Pass39,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,968 miles
    Test number
    779371143127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,968 miles (+1,114)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,968 miles
    Test number
    776250043149
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Fail38,854 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,854 miles
    Test number
    147546022308
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass38,854 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    38,854 miles
    Test number
    875526322367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,592 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,592 miles
    Test number
    677168111392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail36,592 miles (+2,550)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,592 miles
    Test number
    825318411315
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    34,042 miles
    Test number
    510578420349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Fail34,042 miles (+3,622)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,042 miles
    Test number
    862908620351
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Fail30,420 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,420 miles
    Test number
    383610539365
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass30,420 miles (+3,697)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,420 miles
    Test number
    451570939386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,723 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,723 miles
    Test number
    304452228367
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass26,723 miles (+3,344)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,723 miles
    Test number
    982282928352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass23,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,379 miles
    Test number
    903652537378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail23,379 miles (+4,867)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,379 miles
    Test number
    451002937445
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  33. Pass18,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,512 miles
    Test number
    773851036343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 LJJ

Does LM52 LJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 LJJ is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 LJJ?
The MOT on LM52 LJJ is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 LJJ done?
LM52 LJJ was recorded at 68,531 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 2,594 miles a year.
Has LM52 LJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 LJJ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 LJJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 LJJ find?
LM52 LJJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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