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Ford Mondeo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,988 cc

T252 VAMMOT history

T252 VAM is a red petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 187,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
187,279 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T252 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T252 VAM was last recorded at 187,279 miles on 14 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2026: 187,279 miles, lower than 187,280 miles on 13 Apr 2026.

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
187,280 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Average per year
5,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,279 miles
  • 2025 – 186,090 miles
  • 2024 – 185,262 miles
  • 2023 – 184,463 miles
  • 2021 – 184,174 miles
  • 2020 – 183,918 miles
  • 2019 – 183,617 miles
  • 2018 – 183,301 miles
  • 2017 – 181,414 miles
  • 2016 – 180,535 miles
  • 2015 – 178,753 miles
  • 2014 – 176,759 miles
  • 2013 – 173,840 miles
  • 2012 – 166,557 miles
  • 2011 – 148,794 miles
  • 2010 – 135,866 miles
  • 2009 – 120,802 miles
  • 2008 – 110,311 miles
  • 2007 – 99,158 miles
  • 2006 – 88,435 miles
  • 2005 – 78,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,279 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Gear linkage missing a bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened rear most arm bent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,279 miles (-1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    187,279 miles
    Test number
    587995610550
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail187,280 miles (+1,190)1 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,280 miles
    Test number
    386412962878
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished/cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass186,090 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    186,090 miles
    Test number
    316922776108
    • AdvisoryGear linkage missing a bush
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened rear most arm bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail186,090 miles (+828)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,090 miles
    Test number
    326255646917
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGear linkage missing a bush
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened rear most arm bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass185,262 miles (+799)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    185,262 miles
    Test number
    327303157700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass184,463 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    184,463 miles
    Test number
    421594076510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail184,462 miles (+288)3 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,462 miles
    Test number
    600503449401
    • DangerousFront Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision floor (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision floor (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass184,174 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    184,174 miles
    Test number
    921397115994
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail184,174 miles (+256)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,174 miles
    Test number
    178986647017
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass183,918 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    183,918 miles
    Test number
    218479079586
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail183,918 miles (+301)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,918 miles
    Test number
    396867010484
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive exhaust leaks (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main at rear union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main at rear union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass183,617 miles (+316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    183,617 miles
    Test number
    160329666865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  13. Pass183,301 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    183,301 miles
    Test number
    369637643654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass181,414 miles (+879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    181,414 miles
    Test number
    161256474231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass180,535 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    180,535 miles
    Test number
    848296403998
    • 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)

  16. Fail180,530 miles (+1,777)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,530 miles
    Test number
    506178761711
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  17. Pass178,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    178,753 miles
    Test number
    987586170111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail178,753 miles (+1,994)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,753 miles
    Test number
    309214005437
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass176,759 miles (+2,919)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    176,759 miles
    Test number
    967951854206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass173,840 miles (+7,283)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    173,840 miles
    Test number
    188294633260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass166,557 miles (+17,763)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    166,557 miles
    Test number
    175537142209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass148,794 miles (+12,928)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    148,794 miles
    Test number
    527912821216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass135,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    135,866 miles
    Test number
    762319040211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail135,866 miles (+15,064)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,866 miles
    Test number
    223099640252
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass120,802 miles (+10,491)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    120,802 miles
    Test number
    323364829499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass110,311 miles (+11,153)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    110,311 miles
    Test number
    340441038454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,158 miles (+10,723)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    99,158 miles
    Test number
    372650857261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass88,435 miles (+10,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    88,435 miles
    Test number
    392018946413
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass78,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    78,338 miles
    Test number
    170555435241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T252 VAM

Does T252 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T252 VAM is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T252 VAM?
The MOT on T252 VAM is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T252 VAM done?
T252 VAM was recorded at 187,279 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 5,278 miles a year.
Has T252 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T252 VAM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T252 VAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T252 VAM find?
T252 VAM passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar d bush; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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