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YLZ 6638

2008 Ford Fusion

Orange Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,048 mi
Last recorded78,048 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLZ 6638
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 78,048 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear vehicle is covered with under seal under vehicle

Fail 26 Sep 2025 78,035 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill is excessively corroded within 30cms of subframe mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 75,706 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 75,681 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 73,804 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 8 Sep 2023 73,804 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 72,035 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 72,035 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 69,229 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 67,691 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf(inner) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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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YLZ 6638 is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Orange with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YLZ 6638, 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 YLZ 6638 registered?

YLZ 6638 is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is YLZ 6638 safe to buy?

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