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AC08 HBG

2008 Ford Mondeo

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

167,574 mi
Last recorded167,574 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Mondeo99,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 HBG
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 167,574 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 164,229 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak on underside of engine

Pass 29 Sep 2015 154,313 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/45/r17/97wxl (4.1.E.1)

Offside nail in tyre

near side rear tyre very badly perished

Fail 28 Sep 2015 154,312 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/45/r17/97wxl (4.1.E.1)

Offside nail in tyre

near side rear tyre very badly perished

Pass 13 Oct 2014 149,491 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 142,984 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 123,024 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 123,024 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 66,164 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Mar 2011 66,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AC08 HBG is a 2008 Ford Mondeo in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AC08 HBG, 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

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What year was AC08 HBG registered?

AC08 HBG is a 2008 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AC08 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 HBG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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