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AC08 HFU

2008 Ford Mondeo

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,305 mi
Last recorded81,305 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Mondeo99,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 81,305 miles

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

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

Nearside Front inner steering arm has slight play in its inner fixings

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

both front inner lower arm rear bushes deterorated

Fail 7 Dec 2016 81,305 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front inner steering arm has slight play in its inner fixings

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

both front inner lower arm rear bushes deterorated

Pass 8 Jan 2014 52,825 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 44,547 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 39,625 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 32,706 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 32,706 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 HFU is a 2008 Ford Mondeo in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HFU, 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 HFU registered?

AC08 HFU is a 2008 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 HFU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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