2009 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · AV58 KTA

The most recent MOT from November 2025 shows the vehicle passed, but it highlights several significant issues regarding brake pipe corrosion. While the car has passed its inspections, the presence of multiple corroded brake pipes across the front and rear indicates a developing concern with the braking system's integrity. There is a clear and worsening pattern regarding corrosion. In 2022, a single rear brake pipe was noted as corroded, but by the most recent test in late 2025, three separate brake pipes were flagged for corrosion and being covered in grease or other material. This suggests that the degradation of the metal lines is spreading or that previous repairs may have been cosmetic rather than structural. The vehicle has covered roughly 5,105 miles per year, which is quite low for a 17-year-old car. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can also mean the car has spent long periods stationary. This type of under-use often accelerates corrosion on metal components like brake lines and can lead to perished rubber parts, such as the suspension ball joint dust covers seen in the 2022 record. The condition trend appears to be worsening in terms of corrosion. While the tyre wear noted in 2024 was a standard consumable issue, the escalation from one corroded brake pipe to three in three years is a red flag for the vehicle's long-term maintenance.