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A8 KDV

1998 Ford Mondeo

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,730 mi
Last recorded115,730 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2007
Typical for 1998 Ford Mondeo104,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 KDV
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2007 115,730 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 115,730 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Airbag warning light on.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 111,306 miles

Airbag warning light flashing.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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A8 KDV is a 1998 Ford Mondeo in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 104,406 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 A8 KDV, 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 28 years old, this Ford Mondeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A8 KDV?

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What year was A8 KDV registered?

A8 KDV is a 1998 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is A8 KDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 KDV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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