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KR52 KEV

2012 Ford Mondeo

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

160,293 mi
Last recorded160,293 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 KEV
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 160,293 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 160,287 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure x3 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 153,135 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 143,418 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 133,356 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 120,934 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 111,355 miles

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 99,391 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 86,893 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 74,806 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 64,864 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 64,864 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 54,000 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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KR52 KEV is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KR52 KEV, 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 KR52 KEV registered?

KR52 KEV is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is KR52 KEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR52 KEV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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