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Ford Mondeo

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,997 cc

L5 XLMMOT history

L5 XLM is a blue diesel Ford Mondeo first used on 4 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 235,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L5 XLM blue Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
235,109 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
4 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XLM was last recorded at 235,109 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 19,776 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,333 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
19,776 miles
Average per year
13,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,109 miles
  • 2025 – 215,333 miles
  • 2024 – 197,540 miles
  • 2023 – 185,045 miles
  • 2022 – 181,949 miles
  • 2021 – 177,422 miles
  • 2020 – 166,316 miles
  • 2019 – 151,562 miles
  • 2018 – 144,073 miles
  • 2017 – 126,755 miles
  • 2016 – 107,137 miles
  • 2015 – 86,820 miles
  • 2014 – 70,479 miles
  • 2013 – 52,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,109 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,109 miles (+19,776)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    235,109 miles
    Test number
    671620242321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass215,333 miles (+17,793)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    215,333 miles
    Test number
    424858091300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass197,540 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    197,540 miles
    Test number
    478088331787
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Trailing Arm Bushes Deteriorated & Worn
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front & Both Rear Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items
  4. Fail197,540 miles (+12,495)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,540 miles
    Test number
    330381448529
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Trailing Arm Bushes Deteriorated & Worn
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front & Both Rear Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items
  5. Pass185,045 miles (+3,096)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    185,045 miles
    Test number
    491167342845
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Trailing Arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items
  6. Pass181,949 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    181,949 miles
    Test number
    256080540291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass177,422 miles (+11,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,422 miles
    Test number
    834194541708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass166,316 miles (+14,754)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,316 miles
    Test number
    606034826090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass151,562 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,562 miles
    Test number
    281080914531
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail151,561 miles (+7,488)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,561 miles
    Test number
    994486862756
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass144,073 miles (+17,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    144,073 miles
    Test number
    792388640216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass126,755 miles (+19,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    126,755 miles
    Test number
    120339252010
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass107,137 miles (+20,317)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,137 miles
    Test number
    781151082748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,820 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,820 miles
    Test number
    709425427688
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
  15. Fail86,820 miles (+16,341)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,820 miles
    Test number
    361516451691
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
  16. Pass70,479 miles (+17,913)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,479 miles
    Test number
    539740244224
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOffside front fog light cracked
  17. Pass52,566 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,566 miles
    Test number
    325018263231
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about L5 XLM

Does L5 XLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 XLM is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 XLM?
The MOT on L5 XLM is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 XLM done?
L5 XLM was recorded at 235,109 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 13,981 miles a year.
Has L5 XLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XLM has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 XLM 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 L5 XLM find?
L5 XLM passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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