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1987 RG

2017 Ford Mondeo

Red Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

162,077 mi
Last recorded162,077 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Mondeo61,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1987 RG
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 162,077 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 145,186 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 124,702 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 107,239 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 97,591 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 97,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 76,724 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 61,238 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Ford Mondeo?

Based on 12,239,875 MOT tests across 1,205,291 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
7,416
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,205,291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 610,562
Brake pipe excessively corroded 513,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 357,218
position lamp(s) not working 250,827
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 244,051
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1987 RG is a 2017 Ford Mondeo in Red with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 61,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Mondeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610,562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1987 RG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Mondeo typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 9 years old, this Ford Mondeo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of 1987 RG?

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What year was 1987 RG registered?

1987 RG is a 2017 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 12 January 2017.

Is 1987 RG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1987 RG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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