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AU16 XBZ

2016 Ford Mondeo

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,750 mi
Last recorded38,750 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Mondeo67,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 XBZ
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 38,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall areas cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

covers and shields restricts view

record of engine timing belt change ?

Pass 26 Feb 2025 35,971 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly inner edge/slight damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly inner edge/slight damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to limit/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

unable to fully inspect outer sill covers fitted

unable to fully inspect under shields fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2024 31,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread getting low/tread cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread getting low/tread cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 27,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage nearside outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

unable to fully inspect outer sill covers fitted

unable to fully inspect under shields fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2022 23,139 miles

unable to fully inspect outer sill covers fitted

unable to fully inspect under shields fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2021 19,764 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 16,696 miles

Under-trays and sill covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Fail 28 Feb 2020 16,696 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Under-trays and sill covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 28 Feb 2019 12,586 miles

Under-trays and sill covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

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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AU16 XBZ is a 2016 Ford Mondeo in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 67,636 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 AU16 XBZ, 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 10 years old, this Ford Mondeo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AU16 XBZ registered?

AU16 XBZ is a 2016 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is AU16 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 XBZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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