2010 FORD FUSION STYLE PLUS TDCI1.4L Diesel

This Ford Fusion TDCi Style Plus has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past two years, with the most recent MOT test on 16 June 2025 at 152,967 miles resulting in a clean pass without any defects or advisories. The vehicle has not failed an MOT since April 2023, suggesting consistent compliance with basic roadworthiness standards. However, the single failure in May 2024—just four days before its subsequent pass—indicates a brief but resolved issue that did not recur. The absence of recurring advisories or defects implies that major systems such as suspension, brakes, and emissions have not shown persistent weaknesses. That said, the lack of any recorded faults does not preclude underlying wear, particularly in high-mileage components like coil springs, suspension bushes, or drivetrain elements. The recorded mileage of 152,967 miles over 16 years reflects a steady usage pattern of approximately 9,560 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in service intervals that would suggest prolonged neglect, though the 2024 MOT cycle—spanning just 38 miles between failure and pass—appears unusually tight. This brief retest period may indicate a last-minute correction of a minor issue rather than a scheduled maintenance routine. The most notable mileage jump occurred between February 2022 (127,262 miles) and April 2023 (137,873 miles), covering 10,611 miles in just 14 months, which could imply either intensive use or a period of deferred maintenance. Overall, the mileage progression does not suggest extreme wear, but it does warrant scrutiny of components subject to accelerated deterioration at this range. Given the absence of MOT-recorded faults, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension geometry, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. The 2024 failure—though unspecified—could have involved binding brakes, worn tyres, or minor emissions issues, all of which may recur if not addressed. Corrosion should be checked thoroughly at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as these areas are critical for structural integrity in a vehicle of this age. The TDCi engine’s DPF and EGR systems should also be examined for soot buildup or blockages, as diesel-specific components often fail silently between MOT tests. Finally, the brake calipers and discs should be inspected for uneven wear or binding, as these are common failure points that may not always trigger an MOT defect.