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FORD FUSION2008 · 1.4L PETROL

CE08 AAF

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2008 FORD FUSION is a PETROL vehicle with a 1388cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 88,974.

MOT
Expired
Expires 01/12/2022
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 19/10/2023
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
1388cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent passing record over the last several years. The most recent test on 25 November 2021 at 88,974 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This immediate rectification suggests a minor issue was addressed quickly before retesting. Since 2018, the car has maintained a clean history without recurring advisories or failures. The" pattern is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between January 2018 (73,114 miles) and December 2020 (74,564 miles), where the car covered only about 1,450 miles in two years. The subsequent increase of 14,410 miles in the following year indicates a return to regular use. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills and wheel arches, as the 2008 Ford Fusion is prone to corrosion over time. Because the MOT history shows no advisories, check for way way bushes or worn artwork springs that may have degraded due to age rather than mileage. Additionally examine the braking system for seized calipers or rusted discs, as low-use vehicles often suffer from brake components sticking during periods of inactivity.

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50
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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent passing record over the last several years. The most recent test on 25 November 2021 at 88,974 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This immediate rectification suggests a minor issue was addressed quickly before retesting. Since 2018, the car has maintained a clean history without recurring advisories or failures. The" pattern is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between January 2018 (73,114 miles) and December 2020 (74,564 miles), where the car covered only about 1,450 miles in two years. The subsequent increase of 14,410 miles in the following year indicates a return to regular use. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills and wheel arches, as the 2008 Ford Fusion is prone to corrosion over time. Because the MOT history shows no advisories, check for way way bushes or worn artwork springs that may have degraded due to age rather than mileage. Additionally examine the braking system for seized calipers or rusted discs, as low-use vehicles often suffer from brake components sticking during periods of inactivity.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2008 Ford Fusion (CE08 AAF) has a recorded MOT history spanning from January 2018 to November 2021, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 2 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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