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YL16 ZHC

2016 Ford Mondeo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,991 mi
Last recorded140,991 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Mondeo67,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 ZHC
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2025 140,991 miles

Central Front Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 133,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm + inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm + inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 120,290 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 107,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2022 87,253 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 72,906 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 72,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5MM LOWER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5MM LOWER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 60,933 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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YL16 ZHC is a 2016 Ford Mondeo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 67,636 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 YL16 ZHC, 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 10 years old, this Ford Mondeo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL16 ZHC registered?

YL16 ZHC is a 2016 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 19 August 2016.

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