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AC08 KSZ

2008 Ford Mondeo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

177,151 mi
Last recorded177,151 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Mondeo99,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 KSZ
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 177,151 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 177,150 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

fuel tank heatsheild insecure

Pass 3 Apr 2025 175,495 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 173,995 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 173,992 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2023 171,591 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose rear

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash Cam ()

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 171,581 miles

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

Exhaust heat shield loose rear

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 155,109 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 144,910 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 144,910 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Centre of tyre, 235/45/17 AVON (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Centre of tyre, 235/45/17 AVON (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 140,010 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 140,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 119,705 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 113,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 3mm 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 113,716 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 3mm 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 86,320 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge 235/45/17

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge 235/45/17

Pass 6 Jan 2017 75,621 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 70,117 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 63,613 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 54,341 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 46,364 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 38,455 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 28,907 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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AC08 KSZ is a 2008 Ford Mondeo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 KSZ, 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 KSZ registered?

AC08 KSZ is a 2008 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is AC08 KSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 KSZ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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