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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,798 cc

LS52 PYLMOT history

LS52 PYL is a black petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 12 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

LS52 PYL black Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2025
Mileage
89,652 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 PYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS52 PYL was last recorded at 89,652 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 4,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jan 2014: 51,346 miles, lower than 58,589 miles on 3 Jan 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
85,322 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,330 miles
Average per year
3,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,652 miles
  • 2024 – 85,322 miles
  • 2023 – 80,903 miles
  • 2022 – 77,739 miles
  • 2021 – 74,902 miles
  • 2020 – 72,450 miles
  • 2019 – 69,196 miles
  • 2018 – 66,184 miles
  • 2017 – 63,195 miles
  • 2016 – 59,754 miles
  • 2015 – 57,132 miles
  • 2014 – 51,366 miles
  • 2013 – 58,589 miles
  • 2012 – 45,888 miles
  • 2011 – 43,534 miles
  • 2010 – 40,441 miles
  • 2009 – 37,553 miles
  • 2007 – 34,078 miles
  • 2006 – 29,766 miles
  • 2005 – 21,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,652 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (both sides) (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front offside front wing damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail89,652 miles (+4,330)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,652 miles
    Test number
    542075746925
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (both sides) (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,322 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,322 miles
    Test number
    503536707804
    • AdvisoryOffside Front offside front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail85,320 miles (+4,417)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,320 miles
    Test number
    936693375111
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (both sides) (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front offside front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,903 miles (+3,164)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,903 miles
    Test number
    545465732751
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,739 miles (+2,837)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,739 miles
    Test number
    934494646889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,902 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,902 miles
    Test number
    113553500678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail74,902 miles (+2,452)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,902 miles
    Test number
    778492504684
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,450 miles
    Test number
    381354864448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,450 miles (+3,254)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,450 miles
    Test number
    849092381381
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass69,196 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,196 miles
    Test number
    164325831917
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail69,196 miles (+3,012)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,196 miles
    Test number
    885019283125
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass66,184 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    66,184 miles
    Test number
    805298586892
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  13. Fail66,181 miles (+2,986)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,181 miles
    Test number
    442802274401
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  14. Pass63,195 miles (+3,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,195 miles
    Test number
    402054962860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass59,754 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,754 miles
    Test number
    278860303128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,132 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,132 miles
    Test number
    426875855134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,112 miles (+5,746)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,112 miles
    Test number
    756090555138
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass51,366 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    51,366 miles
    Test number
    409079104037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,346 miles (-7,243)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,346 miles
    Test number
    175554104448
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass58,589 miles (+10,017)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,589 miles
    Test number
    305563503071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,572 miles (+2,684)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,572 miles
    Test number
    558442203052
    • FailureAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

  22. Pass45,888 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,888 miles
    Test number
    648499302041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    127888201016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,534 miles (+3,093)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    199818401083
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass40,441 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,441 miles
    Test number
    892785900051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,553 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,553 miles
    Test number
    952322009024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,078 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    34,078 miles
    Test number
    323942967377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,766 miles (+8,384)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    29,766 miles
    Test number
    780046256394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    21,382 miles
    Test number
    441694255477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 PYL

Does LS52 PYL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 PYL expired on 5 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 PYL?
The MOT on LS52 PYL expired on 5 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 PYL done?
LS52 PYL was recorded at 89,652 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 3,449 miles a year.
Has LS52 PYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 PYL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 PYL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS52 PYL find?
LS52 PYL failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values; headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (both sides), and 4 more.

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