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ML62 SXB

2012 Ford Mondeo

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,830 mi
Last recorded137,830 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML62 SXB
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 137,830 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 130,778 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 113,390 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3.3mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2.3mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3.4mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front all wipers poor / smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 113,390 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3.3mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2.3mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3.4mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm/ worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front all wipers poor / smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

rear exhaust heat shield has fixings broken / missing

Pass 5 Jan 2023 100,015 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower control arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower control arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 86,113 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2022 86,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 78,097 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Dec 2019 66,891 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 50,211 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 9 Jan 2019 50,211 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides front (4.1.2 (a))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 23 Nov 2017 42,207 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front cut in side wall of tyre but not showing cords or ply

Pass 23 Nov 2016 32,491 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front slight play in steering arm

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 24,249 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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ML62 SXB is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ML62 SXB, 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 ML62 SXB registered?

ML62 SXB is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is ML62 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML62 SXB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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