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AE08 RTL

2008 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,483 mi
Last recorded59,483 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RTL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2019 59,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Oct 2019 59,483 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 51,387 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 44,260 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 43,242 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 39,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 35,224 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 31,637 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 25,610 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 20,405 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 15,654 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fusion?

Based on 1,954,614 MOT tests across 109,115 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
4,982
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
109,115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,160
Stop lamp not working 30,760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,170
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,008
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 12,933
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AE08 RTL is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 54,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fusion fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 RTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fusion typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Fusion is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 RTL registered?

AE08 RTL is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is AE08 RTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 RTL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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