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AB08 KWS

2008 Ford Fusion

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

137,861 mi
Last recorded137,861 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fusion54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KWS
MakeFord
ModelFusion
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 137,861 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2026 137,861 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2025 127,198 miles

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))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust webbing damaged

Fail 12 May 2025 127,198 miles

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))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust webbing damaged

Pass 29 Apr 2024 112,706 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front exhaust flex webbing damaged

Fail 29 Apr 2024 112,706 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front exhaust flex webbing damaged

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 101,121 miles

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

Nearside washer not working

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 93,516 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 92,899 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in center of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2021 92,899 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in center of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit on outer edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 90,765 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 85,772 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 79,027 miles

Centre exhaust heat shield missing

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 71,695 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 63,982 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 56,160 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 48,393 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 39,630 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 39,630 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 31,436 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,112 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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AB08 KWS is a 2008 Ford Fusion in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AB08 KWS, 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 AB08 KWS registered?

AB08 KWS is a 2008 Ford Fusion, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is AB08 KWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 KWS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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