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L281 APK

1993 Ford Mondeo

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,885 mi
Last recorded143,885 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1993 Ford Mondeo112,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL281 APK
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 143,885 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/R of outer sill corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2010 138,947 miles

corrosion offside rear outer sill

Fail 25 Mar 2010 138,947 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion offside rear outer sill

Pass 8 Apr 2009 134,590 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 130,248 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Some wear in steering rack

Pass 3 Apr 2007 127,933 miles

Exhaust pipe to N/S/R silencer blowing & tail pipe corroded

Slightly low brake reading N/S

Pass 28 Mar 2006 125,550 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

Tail pipe corroded

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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L281 APK is a 1993 Ford Mondeo in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 112,344 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 L281 APK, 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 33 years old, this Ford Mondeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L281 APK registered?

L281 APK is a 1993 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 20 August 1993.

Is L281 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L281 APK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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