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BT08 VYC

2008 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,291 mi
Last recorded49,291 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 VYC
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 49,291 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2021 44,836 miles

Nearside Front Side mirror casing insecure

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 May 2021 44,836 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Side mirror casing insecure

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 May 2020 42,133 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2020 42,133 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2019 38,692 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2019 38,687 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2018 35,138 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 32,130 miles

Mist of oil around sump

Pass 25 May 2016 29,035 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 25,650 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking in tread

Fail 21 May 2015 25,650 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 21 May 2014 22,541 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 19,413 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 15,116 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 11,662 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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BT08 VYC is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BT08 VYC, 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 BT08 VYC registered?

BT08 VYC is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is BT08 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 VYC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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