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Ford Mondeo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,798 cc

X781 WRMMOT history

X781 WRM is a red petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 72,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2022.

X781 WRM red Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2022
Mileage
72,320 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X781 WRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X781 WRM was last recorded at 72,320 miles on 15 Dec 2022, 1,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,949 miles · 10 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,371 miles
Average per year
2,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,320 miles
  • 2021 – 70,949 miles
  • 2020 – 70,330 miles
  • 2019 – 69,250 miles
  • 2018 – 65,679 miles
  • 2017 – 62,597 miles
  • 2016 – 59,644 miles
  • 2015 – 56,720 miles
  • 2014 – 53,585 miles
  • 2013 – 51,063 miles
  • 2012 – 47,374 miles
  • 2011 – 45,219 miles
  • 2010 – 43,444 miles
  • 2009 – 42,117 miles
  • 2008 – 40,882 miles
  • 2007 – 38,734 miles
  • 2006 – 36,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,320 miles
  • DangerousCoolant leak
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,320 miles (+1,371)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,320 miles
    Test number
    289431055135
    • DangerousCoolant leak
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass70,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,949 miles
    Test number
    696049685904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail70,949 miles (+619)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,949 miles
    Test number
    123409576465
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  4. Pass70,330 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,330 miles
    Test number
    582160963981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail70,329 miles (+1,079)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,329 miles
    Test number
    128670036582
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  6. Pass69,250 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,250 miles
    Test number
    388475244713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,249 miles (+3,570)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,249 miles
    Test number
    516951848647
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Coolant leaking from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blades smearing screen. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass65,679 miles (+3,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,679 miles
    Test number
    860316292467
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damage. However, no white light showing to rear as a small area is covered with tape

  9. Pass62,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,597 miles
    Test number
    961667366406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,597 miles (+2,953)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,597 miles
    Test number
    935427222392
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass59,644 miles (+2,924)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,644 miles
    Test number
    679735321515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r light lens damage.

  12. Pass56,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    170037411411
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cluster lens damaged

  13. Fail56,720 miles (+3,135)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    750549547053
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cluster lens damaged

  14. Pass53,585 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,585 miles
    Test number
    287386354268
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBodywork damage.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Fail53,585 miles (+2,522)5 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,585 miles
    Test number
    939707644267
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBodywork damage.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass51,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,063 miles
    Test number
    167664453248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,063 miles (+3,689)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,063 miles
    Test number
    958514653260
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass47,374 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,374 miles
    Test number
    155181032204
    • NoteBoth front tyres 11yrs old

  19. Fail47,374 miles (+2,155)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,374 miles
    Test number
    536991832273
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres 11yrs old

  20. Pass45,219 miles (+118)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,219 miles
    Test number
    746417331226
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding on slightly

  21. Fail45,101 miles (+1,657)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,101 miles
    Test number
    887421131203
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass43,444 miles (+1,327)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,444 miles
    Test number
    741795730234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,117 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,117 miles
    Test number
    742579939245
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail42,117 miles (+1,235)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,117 miles
    Test number
    623479539222
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass40,882 miles (+2,148)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,882 miles
    Test number
    514726018198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,734 miles
    Test number
    974664817147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,734 miles (+2,671)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,734 miles
    Test number
    993070217134
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  28. Pass36,063 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,063 miles
    Test number
    112946386473
    • Note(Swopped o/s/r tyre with spare. Spare tyre requires replacement a.s.a.p.)
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm ball joint dust cover split.
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly.

  29. Fail36,063 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,063 miles
    Test number
    853136386094
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Note(Swopped o/s/r tyre with spare. Spare tyre requires replacement a.s.a.p.)
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm ball joint dust cover split.
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly.

Questions about X781 WRM

Does X781 WRM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X781 WRM expired on 9 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X781 WRM?
The MOT on X781 WRM expired on 9 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X781 WRM done?
X781 WRM was recorded at 72,320 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2022, an average of 2,168 miles a year.
Has X781 WRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X781 WRM has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on X781 WRM 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 X781 WRM find?
X781 WRM failed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2022 with 1 dangerous defect and 4 major defects: coolant leak; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 2 more.

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