2011 Ford Fusion 1.6L Petrol · CK11 XON

The 2011 Ford Fusion presents a stable yet deteriorating maintenance trend, culminating in a pass on 2025-08-29 at 117,451 miles. The tester flagged a minor central exhaust gas leak (6.1.2 (a)) during this most recent inspection, a recurring issue that has persisted since 2023-08-09. Prior to passing in August 2025, the vehicle failed on 2025-08-26 at 117,448 miles due to an insecure rear exhaust system and excessively corroded offside front brake pipe (1.1.11 (c)). The repair between the 26th and 29th of August 2025 addressed the acute structural risks, though the persistent minor exhaust leak remains an ongoing concern. Accumulating 117,451 miles over fifteen years equates to roughly 7,830 miles annually, reflecting typical light use rather than high-mileage fleet duty. The MOT records show consistent annual testing with no significant gaps in the provided history. Between 2022-07-19 at 95,547 miles and 2023-08-09 at 102,413 miles, the vehicle covered 6,866 miles over thirteen months. The subsequent year, from 2023-08-09 to 2024-08-15, saw a notable increase of 6,362 miles in twelve months, followed by a substantial jump to 117,451 miles by 2025-08-29, representing 8,676 miles in just over a year. This recent uptick in usage accelerates wear on consumables and drivetrain components. A physical inspection should prioritise the central and rear exhaust systems, given the recurring minor leak and the recent failure for an insecure system. The tester flagged perishing front and offside rear tyres on 2022-07-19, and while subsequent tests cleared them, a buyer must carefully examine the current tyre condition for cracking or damage, as neglect of basic rubber components suggests routine upkeep may have been deferred. The excessively corroded offside front brake pipe failed in August 2025 and was presumably replaced, but a thorough check of the remaining brake lines and fluid condition is essential to ensure the corrosion was not systemic. Suspension mounts and bushes also warrant close scrutiny, as the increased recent mileage can exacerbate fatigue in these components.