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BK08 XLZ

2008 Ford Fusion

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

65,419 mi
Last recorded65,419 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 XLZ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 65,419 miles

Central Rear center break light not working

rear heat shield loose

Fail 7 Mar 2023 65,419 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Rear center break light not working

Coolant leak thermostat leaking ()

rear heat shield loose

Pass 11 Mar 2022 53,697 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 53,697 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Feb 2022 53,469 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

O/S/F & Both rear tyres severely perished/splitting

Rear number plate dirty

Pass 18 Feb 2021 42,301 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 42,301 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 35,666 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 24,232 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 23,775 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 23,027 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,390 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 20,601 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 18,110 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 15,596 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 13,374 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 11,961 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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BK08 XLZ is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BK08 XLZ, 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 BK08 XLZ registered?

BK08 XLZ is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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