2007 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · LT57 ACX

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of recurring mechanical failures and reactive maintenance habits. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 86,678 miles, it failed the immediately prior test due to critical suspension and braking system defects. The presence of severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers and corroded brake pipes suggests a pattern where the owner only addresses faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,562 miles per year with 86,678 recorded miles. However, the data shows significant periods of inactivity, such as the three-year gap where no recorded mileage occurred between September 2022 and September 2025. Such low-useage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion, which aligns with the recurring brake pipe issues noted in the record. The persistent corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe across three consecutive years from 2023 to 2025 indicates that previous repairs were either poorly executed or the underlying rust was not addressed. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and front geometry. The tester flagged a damaged nearside front brake pipe and a corroded offside rear pipe recently, necessitating a close check for fluid leaks and structural thinning of the metal lines. The front suspension arm ball joints must also be inspected for play and torn boots, as the previous failure for deteriorated dust covers indicates imminent mechanical failure. Given the age of the car and the history of corrosion, a detailed check of the chassis underside for structural integrity is essential to ensure that the low mileage has not masked deep-seated rust.