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BG08 XXU

2008 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,373 mi
Last recorded79,373 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 XXU
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 79,373 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2026 79,373 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 76,389 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 73,512 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 70,585 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 68,361 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 66,827 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 64,681 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 60,325 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 60,325 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 56,259 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 56,259 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2017 53,542 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 50,027 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 45,055 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 40,684 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

the o/s/r tyre has perishing to its tread

Pass 12 May 2014 40,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

the o/s/r tyre has perishing to its tread

Pass 13 May 2013 36,340 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 30,526 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 22,747 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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BG08 XXU is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG08 XXU, 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 BG08 XXU registered?

BG08 XXU is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is BG08 XXU safe to buy?

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