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YJ08 GCD

2008 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,364 mi
Last recorded30,364 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 GCD
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 30,364 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 30,364 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn both side (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 30,205 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Overall Front both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Overall Rear both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 30,190 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Overall Front both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Overall Rear both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 27,656 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 24,739 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 24,586 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 24,305 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 23,743 miles

Front brake discs inner face lightly corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2017 23,196 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 22,282 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 20,484 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 18,061 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 16,278 miles

center stop light in op

Pass 17 Aug 2012 13,721 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 10,802 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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YJ08 GCD is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 YJ08 GCD, 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 YJ08 GCD registered?

YJ08 GCD is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 19 August 2008.

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