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AU08 ORJ

2008 Ford Fusion

Orange Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

88,340 mi
Last recorded88,340 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 ORJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 88,340 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Large dent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2025 79,260 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 72,515 miles

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 7 Nov 2023 70,722 miles

DRIVE BELT SQUEAK

E.M.L. LIGHT ON

Pass 7 Nov 2022 67,586 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose (Above Muffler)

Pass 8 Nov 2021 64,563 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 58,517 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

WATER IN OFFSIDE REAR FOG LAMP LENS

Pass 20 Nov 2019 55,459 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 55,224 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 55,224 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 52,131 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 52,131 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 46,581 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 40,346 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 40,346 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 33,870 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 33,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 26,051 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 17,833 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 11,553 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 6,028 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 ORJ is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Orange with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 ORJ, 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

How do I check the history of AU08 ORJ?

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What year was AU08 ORJ registered?

AU08 ORJ is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 ORJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 ORJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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