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Ford Mondeo

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,988 cc

L21 DFPMOT history

L21 DFP is a red petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 12 May 1994. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 39,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
39,343 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 DFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 May 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 DFP was last recorded at 39,343 miles on 10 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,343 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 39,343 miles
  • 2023 – 39,340 miles
  • 2022 – 39,329 miles
  • 2021 – 39,311 miles
  • 2019 – 38,788 miles
  • 2018 – 34,997 miles
  • 2017 – 31,402 miles
  • 2016 – 28,916 miles
  • 2012 – 28,660 miles
  • 2011 – 28,453 miles
  • 2010 – 28,209 miles
  • 2009 – 27,920 miles
  • 2008 – 27,602 miles
  • 2007 – 27,274 miles
  • 2006 – 26,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,343 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear footbrake readings lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    39,343 miles
    Test number
    653991318612
    • AdvisoryBoth rear footbrake readings low
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  2. Fail39,343 miles (+3)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,343 miles
    Test number
    594597581423
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear footbrake readings low
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  3. Pass39,340 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    39,340 miles
    Test number
    894235793846
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass39,329 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    39,329 miles
    Test number
    219495913135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass39,311 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,311 miles
    Test number
    960404443932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,788 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,788 miles
    Test number
    231880640196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,997 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    34,997 miles
    Test number
    524778084322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail34,997 miles (+3,595)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,997 miles
    Test number
    723476180147
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass31,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,402 miles
    Test number
    193781980112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail31,402 miles (+2,486)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,402 miles
    Test number
    524795854500
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass28,916 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    28,916 miles
    Test number
    724736857348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass28,660 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,660 miles
    Test number
    685697922176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,453 miles
    Test number
    467319021155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail288,453 miles (+260,244)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,453 miles
    Test number
    456909921137
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass28,209 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    28,209 miles
    Test number
    553368010197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,920 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,920 miles
    Test number
    132811339188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,602 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,602 miles
    Test number
    270030048198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,274 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,274 miles
    Test number
    701580537110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,774 miles
    Test number
    510715936113
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about L21 DFP

Does L21 DFP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 DFP expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 DFP?
The MOT on L21 DFP expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 DFP done?
L21 DFP was recorded at 39,343 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2025, an average of 650 miles a year.
Has L21 DFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 DFP has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 DFP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L21 DFP find?
L21 DFP passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: both rear footbrake readings low; front and rear suspension components corroded.

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