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Ford Mondeo

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,544 cc

X231 LJWMOT history

X231 LJW is a black petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 62,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

X231 LJW black Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Mondeo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2025
Mileage
62,260 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 LJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2025
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 LJW was last recorded at 62,260 miles on 30 May 2024, 4,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,485 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,775 miles
Average per year
1,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 62,260 miles
  • 2022 – 57,485 miles
  • 2021 – 55,208 miles
  • 2020 – 55,159 miles
  • 2019 – 54,352 miles
  • 2018 – 52,876 miles
  • 2017 – 52,235 miles
  • 2016 – 51,608 miles
  • 2015 – 50,958 miles
  • 2014 – 50,341 miles
  • 2013 – 49,042 miles
  • 2012 – 47,790 miles
  • 2011 – 47,064 miles
  • 2010 – 45,574 miles
  • 2009 – 43,482 miles
  • 2008 – 41,976 miles
  • 2007 – 40,080 miles
  • 2006 – 37,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,260 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & rear (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,260 miles (+4,775)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    62,260 miles
    Test number
    678325070820
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass57,485 miles (+2,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    57,485 miles
    Test number
    137002436167
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass55,208 miles (+49)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,208 miles
    Test number
    598357538614
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage power steering pipe leaking & corroded (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f door external handle sticking.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded & poor condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear reversing lights inop.
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel above normal.
  4. Pass55,159 miles (+807)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,159 miles
    Test number
    629895385083
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass54,352 miles (+1,476)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,352 miles
    Test number
    355555983686
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both o/s/f & n/s/f (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reversing lights inop
  6. Pass52,876 miles (+641)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,876 miles
    Test number
    888058373233
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  7. Pass52,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,235 miles
    Test number
    128035158339
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & rear (3.5.1i)
  8. Fail52,235 miles (+627)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,235 miles
    Test number
    975072842501
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking by crossmember (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & rear (3.5.1i)
  9. Pass51,608 miles (+650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,608 miles
    Test number
    996740895740
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp (by engine sump)
  10. Pass50,958 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,958 miles
    Test number
    256645055473
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Fail50,956 miles (+615)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,956 miles
    Test number
    666994955197
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Pass50,341 miles (+1,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,341 miles
    Test number
    698766654137
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass49,042 miles (+1,252)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,042 miles
    Test number
    179227053141
    • NoteFront lower wish bone bushs slight cracking
  14. Pass47,790 miles (+726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,790 miles
    Test number
    969311952144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass47,064 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,064 miles
    Test number
    319729951132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,062 miles (+1,488)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,062 miles
    Test number
    205114451447
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass45,574 miles (+2,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,574 miles
    Test number
    493377840144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass43,482 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    43,482 miles
    Test number
    950887349162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,976 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,976 miles
    Test number
    264659848147
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre flat
  20. Pass41,976 miles (+1,896)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,976 miles
    Test number
    640359348152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre flat
  21. Pass40,080 miles (+2,237)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,080 miles
    Test number
    984092457181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,843 miles
    Test number
    571333856175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 LJW

Does X231 LJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X231 LJW expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X231 LJW?
The MOT on X231 LJW expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X231 LJW done?
X231 LJW was recorded at 62,260 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 1,357 miles a year.
Has X231 LJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 LJW has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on X231 LJW 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 X231 LJW find?
X231 LJW passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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