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AX08 BHY

2008 Ford Fusion

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

103,777 mi
Last recorded103,777 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 BHY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 103,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edge's (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edge's (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 98,195 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2025 98,161 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2024 91,455 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both track rod ends (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive requires attention soon (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 79,493 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge about 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge about 3mm left and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre on inner edge . not repairable place

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge about 3mm left and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 68,335 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2022 68,308 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 58,950 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 56,930 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 7 Jul 2020 56,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Jul 2019 53,070 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 39,754 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 39,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 38,064 miles

Rear exhaust box showing signs of deteriorating.

Pass 22 Aug 2016 35,162 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 32,144 miles

Rear Exhaust box showing signs of deteriorating.

Pass 18 Aug 2014 28,810 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 28,810 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 25,113 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 12 Aug 2013 25,113 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 22,223 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 18,423 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 18,100 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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AX08 BHY is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 AX08 BHY, 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 AX08 BHY registered?

AX08 BHY is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is AX08 BHY safe to buy?

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