2010 Ford Fusion 1.6L Petrol · AX10 HBY

The 2010 Ford Fusion’s most recent MOT test on 2025-08-07 confirms it passed without defects, though it failed the prior day at the same mileage (109,633), suggesting a last-minute correction rather than a recurring issue. The trend over the past three years remains stable, with no advisory notes or repeated failures on the same components. The vehicle has not been tested since August 2025, placing it nearly a year overdue for an MOT as of July 2026—a critical oversight that warrants immediate attention. The absence of defects in recent tests does not preclude underlying wear, particularly in high-mileage areas like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers, which are not always captured in a single MOT cycle. The recorded mileage of 109,633 miles over 16 years equates to roughly 6,852 miles annually, a rate consistent with typical usage for this vehicle’s age. There are no significant gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, though the 2023 failure at 100,097 miles—just two miles before passing at 100,099—may indicate a minor oversight rather than a pattern. The lack of service records or advisory notes in the MOT history implies either diligent maintenance or a reliance on the MOT to flag only the most obvious failures, leaving less visible components unchecked. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often degrade without immediate MOT failure. The repeated near-miss at 100,000 miles could hint at brake wear or binding calipers, so disc thickness and pad condition should be verified. Structural integrity is another concern; the Ford Fusion’s bodywork is prone to corrosion at wheel arches, sills, and underbody panels, so rust penetration should be checked. Finally, the absence of emissions-related failures does not rule out catalytic converter efficiency issues, which may develop gradually and only surface in later tests.