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NL61 LMO

2012 Ford Mondeo

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,629 mi
Last recorded172,629 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Mondeo89,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL61 LMO
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 172,629 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 168,558 miles

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

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both. (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust in poor condition.

Pass 4 Mar 2024 165,728 miles

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

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both. (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

noise at power steering.

Fail 29 Feb 2024 165,720 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both. (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both. (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

noise at power steering.

Pass 22 Feb 2023 161,854 miles

Engine covers fitted

Suspension components rusty

Pass 17 Mar 2022 159,973 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 157,337 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 157,377 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 154,423 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2019 151,623 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2018 148,674 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Jan 2018 148,674 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 140,514 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 133,796 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 115,198 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NL61 LMO is a 2012 Ford Mondeo in White with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NL61 LMO, 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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NL61 LMO is a 2012 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 13 January 2012.

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