2007 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · LS56 WHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in March 2026, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While the car passed its most recent inspection at 89,772 miles, it failed just three months prior due to a faulty fog lamp and a leaking offside front shock absorber. The recurring presence of a deteriorated rear registration plate across three years of testing suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults once they triggered a failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 89,772 miles, this 19-year-old Fusion has averaged approximately 4,725 miles per year. This low usage profile typically reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it often leads to age-related material failure. Between February 2024 at 78,389 miles and March 2025 at 84,242 miles, the vehicle covered only 6,000 miles. Such low annual mileage accelerates the degradation of rubber components and permits corrosion as seen in the record. A buyer must physically inspect the suspension and drivetrain integrity, as the history shows issues with a corroded offside rear coil spring and a severely deteriorated nearside outer CV boot. The light misting on the offside front shock absorber noted in March 2026 indicates the seal is beginning to fail and will eventually require replacement. Given the age of the vehicle and the noted corrosion, a thorough check for structural rust on the sills and wheel arches is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying structural decay.