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YR08 LBG

2008 Ford Fusion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,787 mi
Last recorded63,787 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 LBG
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 63,787 miles

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

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

Rear Rear axle and suspension components corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2024 62,169 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 61,163 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 60,112 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

suspension corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2021 59,045 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 58,529 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front and rear suspension components corroded

Front brake discs corroded

Offside outer cv boot damp with grease

Rear chassis corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2019 57,821 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2019 57,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 56,674 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 55,004 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 47,913 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 41,495 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 38,145 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 32,515 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 29,672 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 29,672 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 18,318 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 14,058 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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YR08 LBG is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YR08 LBG, 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 YR08 LBG registered?

YR08 LBG is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is YR08 LBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 LBG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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