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BT08 YJY

2008 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

144,662 mi
Last recorded144,662 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 YJY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 144,662 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 139,029 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 139,023 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Boot lid damaged

Pass 2 Mar 2022 127,244 miles

Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 114,557 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 108,927 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 108,926 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 99,918 miles

engine cover

exhaust front flexi slight deteration

speed sensor rubbing on tyre on full lock

Fail 30 Apr 2018 99,878 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

engine cover

exhaust front flexi slight deteration

speed sensor rubbing on tyre on full lock

Pass 10 May 2017 91,029 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

sill covers fitted

Fail 10 May 2017 91,029 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Coolant leak thermostat housing and coolant below minimun ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 May 2016 82,205 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 82,205 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 May 2015 71,521 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 59,539 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 May 2014 59,539 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Apr 2013 45,362 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 36,042 miles

N/s/f outer cv boot clip snaped

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 20 Apr 2011 26,431 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 YJY is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YJY, 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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BT08 YJY is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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