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NC08 TZJ

2008 Ford Fusion

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

159,931 mi
Last recorded159,931 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 TZJ
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 159,931 miles

Central Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 159,931 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Central Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 144,831 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 144,831 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 131,230 miles

Coolant level low

Offside Front Drive shaft seal has slight leak

Fail 12 Oct 2022 131,230 miles

Coolant level low

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

Offside Front Drive shaft seal has slight leak

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 118,669 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2021 118,669 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 106,159 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 106,159 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 91,525 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 89,446 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 75,734 miles

n/s/r tyre has perishing cracks and is nearing 2 mm of tread

Fail 20 Apr 2018 75,732 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

n/s/r tyre has perishing cracks and is nearing 2 mm of tread

o/s/f tyre is wearing on the edges

Pass 13 Apr 2017 60,950 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 51,719 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 45,371 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 40,656 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 28,222 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 18,660 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 12,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,653 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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NC08 TZJ is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 NC08 TZJ, 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 NC08 TZJ registered?

NC08 TZJ is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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