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Ford Mondeo

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,997 cc

LB61 ARUMOT history

LB61 ARU is a silver diesel Ford Mondeo first used on 23 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,996 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 ARU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 ARU was last recorded at 126,996 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 11,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,348 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,648 miles
Average per year
8,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,996 miles
  • 2024 – 115,348 miles
  • 2023 – 105,960 miles
  • 2022 – 93,499 miles
  • 2021 – 89,454 miles
  • 2020 – 83,409 miles
  • 2019 – 74,865 miles
  • 2018 – 66,918 miles
  • 2017 – 57,429 miles
  • 2016 – 45,189 miles
  • 2015 – 32,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,996 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,996 miles (+11,648)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,996 miles
    Test number
    626627848973
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass115,348 miles (+9,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    115,348 miles
    Test number
    218275270321
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,960 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    105,960 miles
    Test number
    968723582484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,921 miles (+4,053)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,921 miles
    Test number
    998729956534
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass101,868 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,868 miles
    Test number
    677387893688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,867 miles (+8,368)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,867 miles
    Test number
    260892820427
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass93,499 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,499 miles
    Test number
    297641035179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,382 miles (+3,928)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,382 miles
    Test number
    432039418194
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass89,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    980459851050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail89,454 miles (+6,045)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    590920300967
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,409 miles (+8,544)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,409 miles
    Test number
    970835649904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,865 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    74,865 miles
    Test number
    983391491915
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail74,851 miles (+7,933)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,851 miles
    Test number
    184907075225
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass66,918 miles (+9,489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,918 miles
    Test number
    995248170564
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner tread
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger broken,but still adequately supported

  15. Pass57,429 miles (+12,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,429 miles
    Test number
    407473823776
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass45,189 miles (+12,301)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,189 miles
    Test number
    202473328340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,888 miles
    Test number
    116279915027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 ARU

Does LB61 ARU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 ARU is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 ARU?
The MOT on LB61 ARU is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 ARU done?
LB61 ARU was recorded at 126,996 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 8,671 miles a year.
Has LB61 ARU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 ARU has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB61 ARU 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 LB61 ARU find?
LB61 ARU passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn inner; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner, and 2 more.

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