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AM08 XSL

2008 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,709 mi
Last recorded50,709 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 XSL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 50,709 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated (0.1 (b))

Offside Front brake lag on maximum 25% limit

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated and discoloured (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 45,655 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 25 Mar 2025 45,655 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 22 Mar 2024 41,554 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 41,554 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 38,063 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges, on 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked, wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

tailgate not opening

Fail 21 Mar 2023 38,063 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges, on 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked, wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

tailgate not opening

Pass 31 Mar 2022 34,567 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing edges

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 32,503 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked , slight wear edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 32,503 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked , slight wear edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 31,472 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing edges

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wear inner edge / cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 26,882 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 26,077 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 24,804 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,158 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 21,300 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 19,330 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 16,705 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 13,858 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,218 miles

Nail in Nearside Rear Tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 XSL is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AM08 XSL, 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 AM08 XSL registered?

AM08 XSL is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is AM08 XSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 XSL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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