No, R285 HGN is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R285 HGN?

The MOT for R285 HGN is valid and due for renewal on or before 27 March 2010.

What is the recorded mileage of R285 HGN?

The recorded mileage for R285 HGN is 130,467 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R285 HGN ULEZ compliant?

No, R285 HGN does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 Ford Mondeo 2.5L Petrol · R285 HGN

R285 HGN

1998 Ford Mondeo (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1998. Recorded mileage 130,467 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD MONDEO
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 27/03/2010
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/06/2010)
Recorded Mileage: 130,467 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 27/03/2010

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/06/2010

Mileage: 130,467 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1998
Engine: 2544cc

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R285 HGN Key Findings

6 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2009
130,467 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Older vehicle

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R285 HGN Mileage History

25/02/2006104,455 mi
19/02/200711,927 mi-92,528 mi
20/02/2007111,928 mi+100,001 mi
22/02/2008120,069 mi+8,141 mi
01/03/2008120,083 mi+14 mi
28/03/2009130,467 mi+10,384 mi

Average of roughly 8,431 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

R285 HGN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 19:29

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

6 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Mondeo (R285 HGN) between February 2006 and March 2009.

The record contains 4 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 March 2009 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)”; “Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”.

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