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P208 FJM

1997 Ford Mondeo

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,567 mi
Last recorded140,567 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Mondeo106,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 FJM
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2011 140,567 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 140,567 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 135,206 miles

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

air bag light on

Fail 1 Nov 2010 135,206 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

air bag light on

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 129,091 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 118,932 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 108,348 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 100,077 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 94,545 miles

note corrosion n/s/r outer sill

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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P208 FJM is a 1997 Ford Mondeo in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P208 FJM, 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 P208 FJM registered?

P208 FJM is a 1997 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P208 FJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 FJM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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