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A5 BPU

2008 Ford Mondeo

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

100,725 mi
Last recorded100,725 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Mondeo99,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 BPU
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 100,725 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 95,411 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 92,111 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 92,111 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 85,942 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge beginning to wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 85,935 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge beginning to wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 77,105 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 73,865 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full view of some items

Fail 13 Aug 2020 73,865 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

under tray fitted not allowing full view of some items

Pass 21 Aug 2019 69,381 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))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 69,381 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly deteriorated

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))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 64,254 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 57,858 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 57,858 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 52,424 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 46,869 miles

Front Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 41,100 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 Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 36,134 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 36,134 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 30,281 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 30,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 26,318 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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A5 BPU is a 2008 Ford Mondeo in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 99,478 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 Mondeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610,562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 BPU, 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 18 years old, this Ford Mondeo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 BPU?

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What year was A5 BPU registered?

A5 BPU is a 2008 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is A5 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 BPU shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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