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Ford Mondeo

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

S18 GFMMOT history

S18 GFM is a black diesel Ford Mondeo first used on 2 Oct 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 241,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2023.

S18 GFM black Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Mondeo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2024
Mileage
241,009 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2023
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
17,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 GFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 GFM was last recorded at 241,009 miles on 23 Oct 2023, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,982 miles · 20 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
17,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 241,009 miles
  • 2022 – 155,145 miles
  • 2021 – 143,423 miles
  • 2020 – 129,208 miles
  • 2019 – 122,237 miles
  • 2018 – 114,963 miles
  • 2017 – 107,611 miles
  • 2016 – 101,075 miles
  • 2015 – 90,261 miles
  • 2014 – 72,610 miles
  • 2013 – 54,767 miles
  • 2012 – 46,408 miles
  • 2011 – 34,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,009 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSR AND OSR (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall has multiple cuts but no cords exposed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,009 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    241,009 miles
    Test number
    942251439816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSR AND OSR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail240,982 miles (+85,837)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,982 miles
    Test number
    804341855570
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure CENTRE AND REAR MOUNTS BROKEN AWAY (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSR AND OSR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass155,145 miles (+11,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,145 miles
    Test number
    474453451638
    • 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))

  4. Pass143,423 miles (+209)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,423 miles
    Test number
    375768679448
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall has multiple cuts but no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hanger above rear subframe broken but exhaust system secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail143,214 miles (+14,006)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,214 miles
    Test number
    528303108442
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall has multiple cuts but no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hanger above rear subframe broken but exhaust system secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,208 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,208 miles
    Test number
    519021717531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail129,185 miles (+6,948)1 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,185 miles
    Test number
    775858830922
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged sidewall has damage and plies exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass122,237 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,237 miles
    Test number
    210985337709
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail122,237 miles (+7,274)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,237 miles
    Test number
    171094787350
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass114,963 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    114,963 miles
    Test number
    826874849550
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryFront wipers starting to smear

  11. Fail114,963 miles (+7,352)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,963 miles
    Test number
    943236206991
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also worn on inner edge 235/40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryFront wipers starting to smear
    • AdvisoryN/s/f top mount rough/clunking when turning steering

  12. Pass107,611 miles (+6,536)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    107,611 miles
    Test number
    261089577498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,075 miles (+10,814)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    101,075 miles
    Test number
    480462222527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,261 miles (+17,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,261 miles
    Test number
    697591544486
    • 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)

  15. Pass72,610 miles (+17,843)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,610 miles
    Test number
    305802774260
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Pass54,767 miles (+8,359)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,767 miles
    Test number
    158593873267
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass46,408 miles (+11,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,408 miles
    Test number
    968618462217
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass34,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,773 miles
    Test number
    438549351260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 GFM

Does S18 GFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S18 GFM expired on 22 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S18 GFM?
The MOT on S18 GFM expired on 22 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S18 GFM done?
S18 GFM was recorded at 241,009 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2023, an average of 17,042 miles a year.
Has S18 GFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 GFM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S18 GFM 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 S18 GFM find?
S18 GFM passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nsr and osr.

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