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YS08 XDY

2008 Ford Fusion

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

173,385 mi
Last recorded173,385 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 XDY
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 173,385 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 166,689 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s n/s fronts and rears (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both o/s n/s upper rear spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Fail 25 Jul 2023 166,689 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s n/s fronts and rears (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both o/s n/s upper rear spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Pass 18 Jul 2022 159,506 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Travel more than normal (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 18 Jul 2022 159,506 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Travel more than normal (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 151,516 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip incorrect fitment (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2021 151,516 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip incorrect fitment (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 145,508 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 134,488 miles

N/S parking brake lower than normal efficiency

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 122,735 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 110,464 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 110,464 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose refit (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn replace (7.2.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid refill (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 98,047 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 98,047 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel adjust (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 83,639 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 70,777 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 70,777 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 57,676 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 44,228 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 31,633 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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YS08 XDY is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YS08 XDY, 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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YS08 XDY is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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