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EX12 XBT

2012 Ford Mondeo

Brown Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,571 mi
Last recorded101,571 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 XBT
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 101,571 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield above rear silencers loose.

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 18 Apr 2026 101,570 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield above rear silencers loose.

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 29 Mar 2025 94,052 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advisory on replacement. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield above rear silencers loose.

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 6 Apr 2024 87,843 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust heat shield above rear silencers loose.

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 5 Apr 2024 87,843 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated Also noisy. (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust heat shield above rear silencers loose.

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size 235/40 R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 16 Apr 2023 81,816 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2022 75,285 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 70,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 63,930 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 45,702 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords blade stuck in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 36,728 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Mar 2018 36,728 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2017 25,535 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 15,025 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 12,992 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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EX12 XBT is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in Brown with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 EX12 XBT, 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 EX12 XBT registered?

EX12 XBT is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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