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Ford Mondeo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,999 cc

Y278 TSSMOT history

Y278 TSS is a blue petrol Ford Mondeo first used on 21 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 114,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2023.

Y278 TSS blue Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2024
Mileage
114,219 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 TSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 TSS was last recorded at 114,219 miles on 25 Jan 2023, 1,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,963 miles · 7 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,256 miles
Average per year
3,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,219 miles
  • 2021 – 112,963 miles
  • 2019 – 110,200 miles
  • 2018 – 105,336 miles
  • 2017 – 103,629 miles
  • 2016 – 100,223 miles
  • 2015 – 96,246 miles
  • 2014 – 92,348 miles
  • 2013 – 88,852 miles
  • 2012 – 84,901 miles
  • 2011 – 80,479 miles
  • 2010 – 75,887 miles
  • 2009 – 71,212 miles
  • 2008 – 65,441 miles
  • 2007 – 59,230 miles
  • 2006 – 53,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,219 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,219 miles (+1,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,219 miles
    Test number
    184621016696
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,963 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    112,963 miles
    Test number
    597469796466
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail112,963 miles (+2,763)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,963 miles
    Test number
    165436499137
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass110,200 miles (+4,864)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,200 miles
    Test number
    985716071242
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel parking brake lever

  5. Pass105,336 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    105,336 miles
    Test number
    942445955669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,629 miles (+3,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,629 miles
    Test number
    889754092356
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Pass100,223 miles (+3,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,223 miles
    Test number
    168497804216
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass96,246 miles (+3,898)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    96,246 miles
    Test number
    158348875032
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  9. Pass92,348 miles (+3,496)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,348 miles
    Test number
    949837774071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  10. Pass88,852 miles (+3,951)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,852 miles
    Test number
    105072593026
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass84,901 miles (+4,422)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    197839282490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,479 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,479 miles
    Test number
    418692681023
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail80,477 miles (+4,590)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    665891281037
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass75,887 miles (+4,675)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,887 miles
    Test number
    992608370017
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHandbrake travel nearing maximum limits.

  15. Pass71,212 miles (+5,771)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,212 miles
    Test number
    461510699087
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHandbrake travel nearing maximum limits.

  16. Pass65,441 miles (+6,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    65,441 miles
    Test number
    581288598035
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass59,230 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    59,230 miles
    Test number
    751033607132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,066 miles (+6,017)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,066 miles
    Test number
    831185697053
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  19. Pass53,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,049 miles
    Test number
    714398706162
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y278 TSS

Does Y278 TSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 TSS expired on 24 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 TSS?
The MOT on Y278 TSS expired on 24 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 TSS done?
Y278 TSS was recorded at 114,219 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2023, an average of 3,647 miles a year.
Has Y278 TSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 TSS has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2021.
Has the mileage on Y278 TSS 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 Y278 TSS find?
Y278 TSS passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2023 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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