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AK08 TJM

2008 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

149,499 mi
Last recorded149,499 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 TJM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 149,499 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 141,252 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 141,252 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 130,515 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

nearside rear tyre damaged on sidewall

Pass 26 Sep 2017 119,233 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 119,233 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 116,747 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 113,984 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 106,777 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 92,094 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 79,892 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 50,182 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 21,529 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 TJM is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AK08 TJM, 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 AK08 TJM registered?

AK08 TJM is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 23 July 2008.

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The MOT history for AK08 TJM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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