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A8 FWM

2008 Ford Fusion

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,556 mi
Last recorded135,556 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 FWM
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 135,556 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 135,556 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 127,527 miles

centre heat shields loose

Fail 9 Sep 2024 127,527 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

centre heat shields loose

Pass 5 Oct 2023 117,689 miles

plastic covers over outer sills

Fail 5 Oct 2023 117,689 miles

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

plastic covers over outer sills

Pass 30 Sep 2022 108,310 miles

plastic covers over outer sills

Fail 30 Sep 2022 108,301 miles

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

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

plastic covers over outer sills

Pass 4 Oct 2021 97,093 miles

Covers under vehicle and over outer body sills obscuring inspection.

Fail 4 Oct 2021 97,093 miles

Covers under vehicle and over outer body sills obscuring inspection.

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 89,135 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 80,693 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 80,693 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 71,063 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 71,063 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 71,063 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 63,205 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 59,139 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 52,879 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 52,879 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 50,144 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 46,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 46,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 43,558 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 39,648 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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A8 FWM is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 A8 FWM, 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 A8 FWM registered?

A8 FWM is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is A8 FWM safe to buy?

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