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P232 OTU

1997 Ford Mondeo

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,926 mi
Last recorded119,926 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Mondeo106,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 OTU
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 119,926 miles

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 109,978 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 101,415 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 101,415 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 93,751 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 91,578 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 88,902 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 84,888 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 81,669 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 77,938 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 74,312 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 71,029 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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P232 OTU is a 1997 Ford Mondeo in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P232 OTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P232 OTU?

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What year was P232 OTU registered?

P232 OTU is a 1997 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P232 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P232 OTU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P232 OTU have outstanding finance?

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