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Ford Mondeo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,495 cc

LA51 DFXMOT history

LA51 DFX is a silver petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 92,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2022.

LA51 DFX silver Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2023
Mileage
92,333 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 DFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 DFX was last recorded at 92,333 miles on 15 Jan 2022, 3,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,879 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,454 miles
Average per year
4,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,333 miles
  • 2021 – 88,879 miles
  • 2020 – 85,937 miles
  • 2019 – 83,015 miles
  • 2017 – 78,442 miles
  • 2015 – 69,740 miles
  • 2014 – 64,224 miles
  • 2013 – 61,294 miles
  • 2012 – 57,861 miles
  • 2011 – 54,307 miles
  • 2010 – 46,769 miles
  • 2009 – 39,919 miles
  • 2007 – 28,665 miles
  • 2006 – 24,146 miles
  • 2005 – 19,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,333 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,333 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    573509599257
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail92,333 miles (+3,454)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    484970418236
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass88,879 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,879 miles
    Test number
    753304081920
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail88,870 miles (+2,933)3 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,870 miles
    Test number
    121007450231
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested emission failed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible damaged (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass85,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,937 miles
    Test number
    538850058754
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail85,937 miles (+2,922)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,937 miles
    Test number
    289182460631
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,015 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,015 miles
    Test number
    293612214129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,442 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,442 miles
    Test number
    612005939104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath.

  9. Fail78,442 miles (+3,460)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,442 miles
    Test number
    693386791198
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath.

  10. Pass74,982 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,982 miles
    Test number
    701332808220
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

  11. Fail74,982 miles (+5,242)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,982 miles
    Test number
    286114066682
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

  12. Pass69,740 miles (+5,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,740 miles
    Test number
    260322690185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass64,224 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,224 miles
    Test number
    497780584244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail64,224 miles (+2,930)3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,224 miles
    Test number
    949580284212
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail61,294 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,294 miles
    Test number
    168596273290
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass61,294 miles (+3,433)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    61,294 miles
    Test number
    479116273235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass57,861 miles (+3,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,861 miles
    Test number
    955009262239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass54,307 miles (+7,538)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,307 miles
    Test number
    856974211249
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass46,769 miles (+6,850)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    46,769 miles
    Test number
    232235610231
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn on the inner edge

  20. Pass39,919 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    364451419227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall cut

  21. Fail39,919 miles (+11,254)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    462381819264
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall cut

  22. Pass28,665 miles (+4,519)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,665 miles
    Test number
    654971257358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,146 miles (+5,101)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    24,146 miles
    Test number
    612776046302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    19,045 miles
    Test number
    434124955302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 DFX

Does LA51 DFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 DFX expired on 17 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 DFX?
The MOT on LA51 DFX expired on 17 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 DFX done?
LA51 DFX was recorded at 92,333 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2022, an average of 4,560 miles a year.
Has LA51 DFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 DFX has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 DFX 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 LA51 DFX find?
LA51 DFX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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