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Ford Mondeo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,999 cc

Y256 LVXMOT history

Y256 LVX is a red petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 7 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Jan 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 194,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2022.

Y256 LVX red Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jan 2022
Mileage
194,381 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 LVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y256 LVX was last recorded at 194,381 miles on 6 Jan 2022, 9,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,370 miles · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
9,011 miles
Average per year
9,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 194,381 miles
  • 2021 – 185,370 miles
  • 2019 – 172,619 miles
  • 2018 – 158,800 miles
  • 2017 – 142,250 miles
  • 2016 – 127,428 miles
  • 2015 – 116,252 miles
  • 2014 – 100,072 miles
  • 2013 – 94,954 miles
  • 2012 – 89,623 miles
  • 2011 – 80,983 miles
  • 2010 – 74,913 miles
  • 2009 – 64,699 miles
  • 2008 – 53,499 miles
  • 2007 – 46,246 miles
  • 2006 – 38,324 miles
  • 2005 – 32,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail194,381 miles
  • DangerousRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded mid to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail194,381 miles (+9,011)1 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,381 miles
    Test number
    209007542184
    • DangerousRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded mid to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass185,370 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    185,370 miles
    Test number
    441557921248
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRusty undrrside

  3. Fail185,355 miles (+12,736)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,355 miles
    Test number
    996663207758
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRusty undrrside

  4. Pass172,619 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    172,619 miles
    Test number
    928677264078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail172,618 miles (+13,818)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,618 miles
    Test number
    347864383806
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass158,800 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    158,800 miles
    Test number
    808254385603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail158,800 miles (+16,550)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,800 miles
    Test number
    832978549669
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass142,250 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    142,250 miles
    Test number
    493122024007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight noise from wheel bearing

  9. Fail142,225 miles (+14,797)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,225 miles
    Test number
    290198276927
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight noise from wheel bearing

  10. Pass127,428 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    127,428 miles
    Test number
    227480075290
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both/front/to/rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front./rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySlight oil lea gear box

  11. Fail127,427 miles (+11,175)10 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,427 miles
    Test number
    974869889677
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to/rear/pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc hole in it (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to/rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure broken (2.4.G.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front./rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySlight oil lea gear box

  12. Pass116,252 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    116,252 miles
    Test number
    884884807322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail116,221 miles (+16,149)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,221 miles
    Test number
    649197042662
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides inner (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass100,072 miles (+5,118)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    100,072 miles
    Test number
    156391084267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,954 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,954 miles
    Test number
    889830283267
    • NoteSelection of metal brake pipes are showin g corrosion/covering of wax/grease
    • NoteWindscreen swipe

  16. Fail94,954 miles (+5,331)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,954 miles
    Test number
    258267173256
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteSelection of metal brake pipes are showin g corrosion/covering of wax/grease
    • NoteWindscreen swipe

  17. Pass89,623 miles (+8,640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    89,623 miles
    Test number
    215983282222
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass80,983 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    80,983 miles
    Test number
    929596781259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,982 miles (+6,069)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,982 miles
    Test number
    219875381211
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass74,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,913 miles
    Test number
    960856080235
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail74,913 miles (+10,214)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,913 miles
    Test number
    370705980210
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass64,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    64,699 miles
    Test number
    313388289227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,699 miles (+11,200)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,699 miles
    Test number
    890776689282
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  24. Pass53,499 miles (+7,253)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,499 miles
    Test number
    363458948475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,246 miles (+7,922)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    46,246 miles
    Test number
    421909427215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,324 miles (+5,733)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,324 miles
    Test number
    140304236278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    32,591 miles
    Test number
    763173025219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 LVX

Does Y256 LVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 LVX expired on 7 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 LVX?
The MOT on Y256 LVX expired on 7 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 LVX done?
Y256 LVX was recorded at 194,381 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2022, an average of 9,862 miles a year.
Has Y256 LVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 LVX has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y256 LVX 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 Y256 LVX find?
Y256 LVX failed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 1, and 10 more.

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