2007 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · KF57 MBX

The 2025-09-10 MOT resulted in a pass , but multiple safety-critical and non-urgent defects were recorded. These included a rear wiper insecure , nearside door mirror glass damaged , front sub-frame corrosion , brake hose and pipe corrosion , power steering seepage , and front tyre wear near legal limits . Notably, many of these issues mirrored those from the previous MOT on 2025-09-09 , which had failed due to similar corrosion, suspension, and registration plate defects. This suggests unresolved underlying issues, despite the later pass. A recurring pattern of corrosion dominates the MOT history. Front sub-frame, suspension arms, brake hoses, and spring mountings have all shown corrosion since at least 2022, with no evidence of significant improvement. The front sub-frame corrosion was first noted in 2024 and remains a concern, though classified as “not seriously weakened.” Brake pipe and hose corrosion, particularly on the nearside and offside, has persisted for years, raising risks of fluid leaks or brake failure over time. The trend indicates stability rather than worsening , as no new critical defects have emerged in recent MOTs. However, the repetition of corrosion and minor leaks suggests ongoing exposure to environmental factors (e.g., moisture, road salt) or insufficient maintenance. The low mileage (3,565 miles/year) for a 19-year-old vehicle implies either light use or prolonged periods of inactivity , both of which can accelerate corrosion and component degradation.