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AK08 RTP

2008 Ford Fusion

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,842 mi
Last recorded114,842 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 RTP
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 114,842 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 113,501 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 112,360 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 108,472 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 104,173 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 96,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *** ON LIMIT *** (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 96,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *** ON LIMIT *** (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 84,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))

No oil showing on dipstick - topped up

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

Fail 4 Jun 2020 84,779 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))

No oil showing on dipstick - topped up

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 76,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2018 70,771 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 70,771 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 65,611 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 65,611 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 57,878 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroding

Fail 7 Jun 2016 57,876 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front brake pads wearing low

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroding

Pass 2 Jun 2015 49,599 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear tyre starting to get low on tread

Pass 7 Jul 2014 41,990 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Jul 2014 41,990 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 33,054 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jul 2012 21,450 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 15,090 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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AK08 RTP is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK08 RTP, 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.

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What year was AK08 RTP registered?

AK08 RTP is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is AK08 RTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 RTP shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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