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P164 PHJ

1997 Ford Mondeo

Red Petrol 2544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,534 mi
Last recorded116,534 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Mondeo106,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 PHJ
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,544cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2008 116,534 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 112,545 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 112,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 110,260 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 110,253 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

engine coolant level on minimum

Pass 30 Nov 2005 102,573 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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P164 PHJ is a 1997 Ford Mondeo in Red with a 2,544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 106,251 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 P164 PHJ, 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 29 years old, this Ford Mondeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P164 PHJ registered?

P164 PHJ is a 1997 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P164 PHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 PHJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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