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BF62 XSM

2012 Ford Mondeo

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

159,503 mi
Last recorded159,503 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 XSM
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 159,503 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2025 159,498 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 144,163 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 126,714 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 120,356 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 113,086 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 113,086 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 103,360 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 103,360 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 94,775 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 78,540 miles

nearside rear tyre tread slightly worn uneven [ 215/50/17/95W ]

Pass 19 Aug 2017 65,101 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 57,367 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Aug 2016 57,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,886 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 46,886 miles

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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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BF62 XSM is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 89,688 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 BF62 XSM, 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 14 years old, this Ford Mondeo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BF62 XSM registered?

BF62 XSM is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is BF62 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF62 XSM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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