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LM12 UZX

2012 Ford Mondeo

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

162,824 mi
Last recorded162,824 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 UZX
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 162,824 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 159,955 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 154,983 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 150,345 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 140,419 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2022 140,419 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 128,651 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 128,651 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 121,457 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 121,457 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 111,337 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 100,440 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 91,417 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2016 84,619 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 84,619 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 74,291 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre low centre tread

Fail 6 May 2015 74,291 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f tyre low centre tread

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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LM12 UZX is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 LM12 UZX, 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 LM12 UZX registered?

LM12 UZX is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is LM12 UZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM12 UZX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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