2008 Ford Fusion 1.4L Petrol · PL57 EUJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent and worsening trend regarding brake system corrosion. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 81,924 miles passed, the tester identified corrosion and grease coverage on the offside front and both rear brake pipes. This follows a recurring issue dating back to at least 2021 where corrosion was noted across front and rear sections, suggesting a lack of preventative treatment for the metal lines over several years. The mileage profile is notably low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,550 miles per year. The data shows significant periods of low use, such as only 904 miles driven between May 2022 and September 2023, and just 633 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This low mileage often indicates less wear on the engine and drivetrain but frequently leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the per and cracking on the nearside front outer tyre flagged during the 2025 test. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire brake line to ensure the corrosion reported in recent tests has not compromised the structural integrity of the pipes. The presence of grease on corroded pipes suggests an attempt to mask rust or a byproduct of previous repairs that were not fully cleaned. Given the age of the car and the low usage, the inspection should also check for perished rubber bushes, suspension bushings, and dry seals, which often fail through time and environmental exposure rather than mechanical mileage.