2010 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · MF10 JYA

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile showing a worsening trend in mechanical degradation despite its low mileage status. While it passed its most recent test on 7 August 2025 at 59,601 miles, this followed two immediate failures just one day prior. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to a multitude of failures and faults in 2025 indicates that the vehicle is reaching a stage where age-related decay is outstriacing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 16-year-old Ford, averaging approximately 3,725 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 4,860 miles between July 2023 and August 2024, followed by another 5,397 miles between August 2024 and August 2025. This low usage often correlates with long periods of sitting, which leads to accelerated corrosion of rubber components and metal lines, as evidenced by the extensive brake pipe and exhaust issues noted in the latest records. A buyer must conduct a thorough underbody inspection targeting the braking system and exhaust assembly. The August 2025 test flagged all four brake pipes as corroded and covered in grease, which suggests a risk of sudden fluid loss. Furthermore, the front brake discs are consistently noted as pitted or scored across multiple years. The recorded corrosion on the nearside front coil spring in 2024 indicates that the structural integrity of the suspension components is compromised by significant rust. The recurring ABS fault that caused the vehicle to fail in early August 2025 requires a professional diagnostic scan to determine if the issue is a simple sensor failure or a more expensive failing pump module. The previous failure of both dipped beam headlamps also suggests that basic electrical and lighting maintenance was neglected until the MOT deadline. Given the history of corrosion, the state of the exhaust hangers and mounting points should be verified to ensure the system is not merely held together by rust.