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Ford Mondeo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,999 cc

L26 BUKMOT history

L26 BUK is a silver petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 27 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 99,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

L26 BUK silver Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,899 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 BUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 BUK was last recorded at 99,899 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,899 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,899 miles
  • 2025 – 96,598 miles
  • 2024 – 93,150 miles
  • 2023 – 89,955 miles
  • 2022 – 85,030 miles
  • 2021 – 83,509 miles
  • 2020 – 81,709 miles
  • 2019 – 77,250 miles
  • 2018 – 68,570 miles
  • 2017 – 61,827 miles
  • 2016 – 55,629 miles
  • 2015 – 47,654 miles
  • 2014 – 40,016 miles
  • 2013 – 37,515 miles
  • 2012 – 34,337 miles
  • 2011 – 30,400 miles
  • 2010 – 27,711 miles
  • 2009 – 24,303 miles
  • 2008 – 19,406 miles
  • 2007 – 14,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,899 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,899 miles
    Test number
    409627045375
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  2. Fail99,899 miles (+3,301)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,899 miles
    Test number
    543250204629
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box has hole in it (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  3. Pass96,598 miles (+3,448)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    96,598 miles
    Test number
    721896370807
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass93,150 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,150 miles
    Test number
    261083505127
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail93,149 miles (+3,194)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,149 miles
    Test number
    677826435130
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass89,955 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,955 miles
    Test number
    926465858944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  7. Fail89,954 miles (+4,924)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,954 miles
    Test number
    172235715685
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements all stop lamps (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  8. Pass85,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,030 miles
    Test number
    201093470943
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail85,030 miles (+1,521)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,030 miles
    Test number
    969072003709
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass83,509 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,509 miles
    Test number
    583216787737
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail83,507 miles (+1,798)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,507 miles
    Test number
    145526553338
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,709 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    322500476582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,703 miles (+4,453)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,703 miles
    Test number
    983306433726
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass77,250 miles (+8,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,250 miles
    Test number
    230553442646
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass68,570 miles (+284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,570 miles
    Test number
    195711175562
    • AdvisoryCracks in treads of both rear tyres

  16. Fail68,286 miles (+6,459)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,286 miles
    Test number
    346388953829
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCracks in treads of both rear tyres

  17. Pass61,827 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    61,827 miles
    Test number
    353407408127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,629 miles
    Test number
    230384536802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail55,624 miles (+7,970)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,624 miles
    Test number
    881500787068
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass47,654 miles (+7,638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,654 miles
    Test number
    836881425153
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut in sidewall (no cords visable)& tread wearing on inside edge

  21. Pass40,016 miles (+2,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,016 miles
    Test number
    186429314118
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass37,515 miles (+3,178)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,515 miles
    Test number
    215756633417
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Pass34,337 miles (+3,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,337 miles
    Test number
    217831322148
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass30,400 miles (+2,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,400 miles
    Test number
    205010311133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass27,711 miles (+3,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    27,711 miles
    Test number
    282276310445
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass24,303 miles (+4,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,303 miles
    Test number
    913378739187
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass19,406 miles (+5,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,406 miles
    Test number
    214510908149
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass14,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,386 miles
    Test number
    300442187001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 BUK

Does L26 BUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 BUK is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 BUK?
The MOT on L26 BUK is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 BUK done?
L26 BUK was recorded at 99,899 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 4,550 miles a year.
Has L26 BUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 BUK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 BUK 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 L26 BUK find?
L26 BUK passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; various suspension components corroded.

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