2008 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · ML08 AYX

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status due to a lapsed MOT history that spans nearly five years. While the most recent recorded test in August 2021 at 92,412 miles resulted in a pass after addressing a serious offside rear shock absorber leak and a faulty fog lamp, the car has not been tested legally since that date. This lack of recent certification suggests the vehicle may have been stationary or used without oversight, increasing the risk of rubber component degradation and seized mechanical parts not captured in the final inspection. The recorded mileage of 92,412 miles for an 18-year-old vehicle is low, averaging approximately 5,134 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant gap in records between April 2019 at 58,315 miles and August 2020 at 83,045 miles, where the car covered over 24,000 miles in just sixteen months. This pattern of sporadic use followed by long periods often leads to accelerated wear on stationary components despite the low cumulative mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking and suspension systems. The history shows recurring issues with the 2020 test where all four tyres were at legal limits and the parking brake required significant adjustment, indicating a history of neglected basic maintenance. The serious fluid leak identified on the offside rear shock absorber suggests that the suspension geometry should be checked for further leaks or perished bushings on all corners. Given the age of the Fusion and the time since the last MOT, close inspection for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches is critical, as these are common failure points for this era of Ford vehicle that sit for extended periods.