2011 Ford Fusion 1.4L Diesel · DU60 SFO

The 2011 Ford Fusion’s most recent MOT test on 17 June 2025 confirms it remains roadworthy, though the record reveals an unusual anomaly: a duplicate entry for the 24 June 2024 test, where the vehicle was both passed and failed at the same mileage (64,326). This suggests either a clerical error in the DVSA system or a deliberate attempt to obscure a genuine failure, though no defects were logged in either case. The absence of advisories or recurring faults across five consecutive tests implies the vehicle has not experienced persistent mechanical issues, but the duplicate entry warrants scrutiny—particularly whether the failure was genuine and subsequently overlooked. The most recent test, just over a year ago, aligns with standard MOT intervals, though the vehicle’s age (15 years) and mileage (68,085) necessitate a thorough inspection of high-wear components. The recorded mileage of 68,085 miles over 15 years equates to approximately 4,539 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests are consistent with the 12-month MOT cycle, but the steady accumulation of just over 3,000 miles per year suggests limited use, potentially indicating storage or infrequent driving. There are no red flags in the mileage pattern—no abrupt jumps or prolonged stagnation—but the low annual mileage could imply deferred maintenance if the vehicle has been left stationary for extended periods, accelerating corrosion risks in suspension components, wheel arches, and underbody areas. Given the lack of recorded defects, a buyer should prioritise a detailed inspection of suspension integrity, particularly the condition of coil springs, bushes, and dampers, as these are prone to fatigue over 15 years even with low mileage. The duplicate MOT entry raises suspicion about brake condition, so binding calipers, uneven wear on discs, or excessive thickness loss should be checked. Corrosion in wheel arches, sills, and subframes is another critical area, especially if the vehicle has been stored outdoors or in damp conditions. Finally, the absence of advisories does not guarantee all issues have been addressed—previous owners may have bypassed minor faults to pass the test, so a pre-purchase inspection should focus on hidden wear, such as worn steering rack seals or degraded drive belts, which are not routinely tested in MOTs.