2007 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · GY07 OXN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deteriorating suspension and rubber components. While it passed the most recent 2025 test at 102,934 miles, the tester flagged a high volume of advisories related to the front end geometry. The presence of a severely deteriorated CV boot and multiple perished ball joint dust covers on both nearside and offside fronts indicates that rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life and require immediate preventative replacement despite the passing grade. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 102,934 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,400 miles per year. This low usage often suggests short-distance trips, which can accelerate the degradation of rubber parts and lead to corrosion rather than mechanical wear. Between September 2022 at 76,017 miles and October 2025 at 102,934 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 27,000 miles, showing a consistent but light rate of use over the last three years. A buyer must scrutinise the cooling system due to the recurring coolant leaks noted in both 2023 and 2024. These repeated faults suggest a persistent issue that may be patched rather than fully rectified. The corrosion noted on both front coil springs in the October 2025 test is a structural concern, as corroded springs are prone to sudden failure under stress. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as worn, necessitating a physical inspection of the pad thickness and surface condition to ensure they are not nearing the minimum legal limit.