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DK12 UMT

2012 Ford Mondeo

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests30 (23 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate76.7%

Mileage

214,909 mi
Last recorded214,909 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 UMT
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

23 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Feb 2026 214,909 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 209,844 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2025 209,824 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 201,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 190,945 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 182,850 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 182,850 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 174,387 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 174,387 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 165,407 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 165,386 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 135,280 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 127,451 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 117,599 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 110,260 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 97,449 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 86,715 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2015 81,282 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 70,891 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2014 70,891 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 54,903 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 49,889 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 46,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 44,681 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 42,589 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 37,454 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 34,810 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 29,484 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 29,484 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 7,344 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DK12 UMT is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.7%.

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 DK12 UMT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK12 UMT registered?

DK12 UMT is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is DK12 UMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 UMT shows 30 tests with a 76.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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