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P326 DMS

1997 Ford Mondeo

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,534 mi
Last recorded142,534 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Mondeo106,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP326 DMS
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2007 142,534 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 142,534 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 127,350 miles

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

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

engine oil leaking possable oil cooler behind front bumper

offside inner driveshaft gaiter split/leaking

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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P326 DMS is a 1997 Ford Mondeo in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 P326 DMS, 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

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What year was P326 DMS registered?

P326 DMS is a 1997 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P326 DMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P326 DMS shows 3 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.

Does P326 DMS have outstanding finance?

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