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AP08 LJX

2008 Ford Fusion

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,014 mi
Last recorded71,014 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 LJX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 71,014 miles

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2019 68,792 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 68,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2018 61,547 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test hanging from the rear view mirror ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing smooth on the inner & outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit requirements only just met , also starting to perish (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit requirements only just me , also has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 56,024 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder stuck to windscreen ()

Pass 19 Apr 2016 51,349 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2016 51,332 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 39,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 39,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 16 Sep 2013 33,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Fail 16 Sep 2013 33,663 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 26,870 miles

exhaust slight corroded

front brake pads appear low

nearside front tyre cracking and perishing outer face and tread

nearside rear tyre cracking and perishing outer face and tread

nearside rear tyre low on tread (2mm)

offside rear tyre low on tread (3mm)

offside rear tyre perishing outer face

unable to check nearside rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

Pass 16 May 2011 20,307 miles

n/s/f tyre scuffed on outer side wall n/s/r tyre scuffed and cracked tread + small cut in side wall

o/s/r tyre tread cracking

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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AP08 LJX is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AP08 LJX, 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 AP08 LJX registered?

AP08 LJX is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AP08 LJX safe to buy?

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