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AM08 UVU

2008 Ford Fusion

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

92,147 mi
Last recorded92,147 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 UVU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 92,147 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 Jan 2026 92,146 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Jan 2025 88,144 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 88,144 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 81,565 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2023 81,565 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 74,840 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 4 Jan 2023 74,840 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Jan 2022 69,467 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear middle seat bracket not fixed but seat secure when latched

Pass 29 Dec 2020 65,013 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2020 65,013 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 60,228 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 50,659 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 40,798 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 40,620 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 34,671 miles

corrosion on rear box

Pass 22 Sep 2015 28,210 miles

slight corrosion on rear box

Pass 30 Sep 2014 22,087 miles

FRONT TYRES PERRISHING / O/S/F TYRE 2.8MM / N/S/F TYRE 3MM / VERY SLIGHT PERRISHING IN TREAD ON REAR TYRES / SLIGHT CORROSION ON REAR BOX

Pass 26 Sep 2013 15,598 miles

SLIGHT PERRISHING IN TREAD ON BOTH FRONT X N/S/R TYRES

Pass 14 Sep 2012 9,375 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 4,135 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,515 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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AM08 UVU is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2008 Ford Fusion models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 54,574 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AM08 UVU, 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 AM08 UVU registered?

AM08 UVU is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 March 2008.

Is AM08 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 UVU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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