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A4 XTX

2005 Ford Mondeo

Black Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

65,717 mi
Last recorded65,717 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Mondeo89,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 XTX
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 65,717 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 65,717 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 65,616 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 65,312 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened bottom arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom arm mounts to subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened bottom arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened bottom arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom arm mounts to subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened bottom arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 65,183 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 65,074 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 64,715 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 64,715 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 63,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 60,420 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 60,420 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 58,930 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 58,930 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 58,474 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 56,434 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 56,434 miles

Offside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 52,038 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 52,038 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 47,439 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 42,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 37,775 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 29,623 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 21,043 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 21,043 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 14,793 miles

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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A4 XTX is a 2005 Ford Mondeo in Black with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 89,401 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 A4 XTX, 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 21 years old, this Ford Mondeo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A4 XTX registered?

A4 XTX is a 2005 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is A4 XTX safe to buy?

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