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LC61 VHZ

2012 Ford Mondeo

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

190,023 mi
Last recorded190,023 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 VHZ
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 190,023 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 173,400 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 165,655 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 159,365 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2021 159,365 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 149,930 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 149,930 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 140,107 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 128,421 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 122,949 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 106,834 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 92,687 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 75,950 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 68,150 miles

Rear Trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 24 Oct 2016 57,610 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 47,638 miles

Nearside Rear Childs seat prevents full examination of seat belt.

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

Under tray prevents full examination of underside.

Pass 20 Nov 2014 39,606 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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LC61 VHZ is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LC61 VHZ, 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 LC61 VHZ registered?

LC61 VHZ is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is LC61 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC61 VHZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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