2008 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · CE08 AEY

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test conducted in November 2025 at 57,907 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, continuing a clean record of five consecutive passes. This consistent lack of failures suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids recurring mechanical issues or escalating structural corrosion. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old Ford, averaging approximately 3,217 miles per year. Between November 2021 at 46,602 miles and November 2025 at 57,907 miles, the car covered only 11,305 miles. This low usage pattern typically reduces wear on drivetrain components, engine internals, and brake systems, though the long intervals between tests can sometimes increase the risk of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts or fluid contamination that is not reflected in mileage alone. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to low-mileage neglect. Attention must be paid to the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and tyres, which can perish and crack when a vehicle sits for extended periods. The brake discs and calipers should be checked for surface pitting or seizing, as infrequent use often leads to corrosion on the braking rotors. Given the age of the Fusion, a thorough check of the structural integrity along the sills and wheel arches remains a priority to ensure that the low-mileage status has not masked any hidden oxidative decay.