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Ford Mondeo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,988 cc

T279 MBLMOT history

T279 MBL is a blue petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
126,539 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T279 MBL was last recorded at 126,539 miles on 13 Jan 2023, 3,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,339 miles · 25 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,200 miles
Average per year
5,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,539 miles
  • 2022 – 123,339 miles
  • 2020 – 113,618 miles
  • 2019 – 98,640 miles
  • 2018 – 89,042 miles
  • 2017 – 79,650 miles
  • 2016 – 73,574 miles
  • 2015 – 66,620 miles
  • 2014 – 60,556 miles
  • 2013 – 60,152 miles
  • 2012 – 59,477 miles
  • 2011 – 57,845 miles
  • 2010 – 53,731 miles
  • 2009 – 50,638 miles
  • 2008 – 47,423 miles
  • 2007 – 45,268 miles
  • 2006 – 42,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,539 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine running rough

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,539 miles (+3,200)1 dangerous11 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,539 miles
    Test number
    438052660585
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine running rough

  2. Pass123,339 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,339 miles
    Test number
    753524235266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail123,339 miles (+9,721)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,339 miles
    Test number
    212061854104
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass113,618 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    113,618 miles
    Test number
    819883864537
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail113,618 miles (+14,978)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,618 miles
    Test number
    946523481277
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,640 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    605999573847
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail98,640 miles (+9,598)4 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    819648133702
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,042 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,042 miles
    Test number
    976548675007
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tape on bumper
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail89,038 miles (+9,388)4 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,038 miles
    Test number
    403707865136
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested all (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced and inner (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced and inner (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Hazard warning tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tape on bumper
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass79,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,650 miles
    Test number
    414174398968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,650 miles (+6,076)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,650 miles
    Test number
    136584384215
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass73,574 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,574 miles
    Test number
    139843956431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail73,574 miles (+6,954)3 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,574 miles
    Test number
    919827958363
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass66,620 miles (+6,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,620 miles
    Test number
    509369935106
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass60,556 miles (+404)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,556 miles
    Test number
    838422844179
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front bottom arm front bush started to peel
    • NoteSurface corrosion on underbody and outer sills

  16. Pass60,152 miles (+675)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,152 miles
    Test number
    258333323495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread perishing

  17. Pass59,477 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,477 miles
    Test number
    919391832124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,455 miles (+1,610)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,455 miles
    Test number
    236629922159
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass57,845 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    57,845 miles
    Test number
    816103421194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,731 miles (+3,093)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,731 miles
    Test number
    973601610186
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking

  21. Pass50,638 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,638 miles
    Test number
    953649129158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,423 miles (+2,155)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,423 miles
    Test number
    920667518170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,268 miles (+2,558)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,268 miles
    Test number
    843055527148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,710 miles
    Test number
    651032216112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 MBL

Does T279 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T279 MBL expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T279 MBL?
The MOT on T279 MBL expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T279 MBL done?
T279 MBL was recorded at 126,539 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2023, an average of 5,011 miles a year.
Has T279 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 MBL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T279 MBL 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 T279 MBL find?
T279 MBL failed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front outer tyre has ply or cords exposed; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; central front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 18 more.

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