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BF08 YTE

2008 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

114,273 mi
Last recorded114,273 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 YTE
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 114,273 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Mar 2025 109,318 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 3 Mar 2025 109,318 miles

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

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

Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 103,195 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front mirror backing missing

Pass 1 Mar 2023 96,260 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 90,255 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 90,124 miles

Nearside Front Outer alloy wheel rim damaged

Fail 24 Aug 2021 90,124 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Outer alloy wheel rim damaged

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limits (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Coolant leak under bonnet (suspect header tank split) ()

Pass 3 Sep 2020 86,968 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2020 86,968 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Aug 2019 83,083 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 76,466 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 76,462 miles

Central Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Central Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 72,700 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 64,693 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 50,631 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 37,035 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 24,299 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 23,932 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 21,889 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 17,000 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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BF08 YTE is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Grey 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 BF08 YTE, 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 BF08 YTE registered?

BF08 YTE is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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