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AV58 GZX

2008 Ford Fusion

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 GZX
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025
Fail 3 Dec 2025

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2024 63,319 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 58,939 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 57,297 miles

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 57,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 53,339 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 51,615 miles

both front tyres cracked and perished and wearing on edges

handbrake travel high

Pass 14 Sep 2019 48,579 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 44,634 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***inner sidewall*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***outer sidewall*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Sep 2018 44,634 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively SP22" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ***tread lifting+cords exposed[outer sidewall]***195/60R15-88T/H/V*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***inner sidewall*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***outer sidewall*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 40,734 miles

Offside rear tyre perished and split

Pass 21 Sep 2016 37,803 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 35,580 miles

slight corrosion on exhaust rear silencer box

slight cracking on o/s/r tyre outer sidewall

Pass 25 Sep 2014 33,552 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 33,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 30,691 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 28,009 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 24,781 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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AV58 GZX is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AV58 GZX, 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 AV58 GZX registered?

AV58 GZX is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is AV58 GZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 GZX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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