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AU08 OPL

2008 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

100,329 mi
Last recorded100,329 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 OPL
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 100,329 miles

Central Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 92,919 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 92,918 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear 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 2 Jan 2024 87,224 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 80,893 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck pipes

Pass 14 Jan 2022 75,140 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 68,151 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ANR FRONT TOO REAR BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 62,100 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 55,622 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 48,094 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 40,322 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 28,761 miles

headlight trim adjusted to retest aim

Pass 31 Dec 2014 25,532 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2014 25,532 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jan 2014 22,409 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 22,409 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 19,001 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 14,971 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 9,315 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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AU08 OPL is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 AU08 OPL, 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 AU08 OPL registered?

AU08 OPL is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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