2008 Ford Fusion 1.6L Petrol · ET57 ADU

The 2025‑04‑30 MOT at 131,966 miles resulted in a pass, but the record lists several non‑dangerous defects – corroded fuel pipe, steering box seepage, oil leak, corroded rear coil springs and damaged front shock absorber casings, together with underbody rust – indicating that the vehicle’s condition is deteriorating rather than stabilising. The mileage trajectory shows a steady increase of roughly 7,300 miles per year since the 2020 test at 91,554 miles, with a notable jump from 104,199 miles in December 2021 to 121,039 miles in December 2022 (a 16,840‑mile rise) and another 7,831‑mile increase between the March 2024 and April 2025 tests. The relatively sparse testing interval between late 2022 and early 2024 suggests periods of low usage followed by accelerated mileage accumulation, which aligns with the emergence of more serious mechanical advisories. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension system, examining the rear coil springs for corrosion and any sign of fracture, the condition of the front and rear shock absorbers, and the integrity of the brake lines and discs, given the repeated corrosion and the 2024 fracture. Structural rust under the body and around the rear spring mounts must be inspected for compromising chassis strength, while the steering box seepage and oil leak point to potential wear on steering components and engine seals. Finally, the recurring tyre wear noted in 2021 and the persistent underbody corrosion suggest that basic upkeep may have been inconsistent, making a thorough physical inspection essential.