2004 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Petrol · LR54 UXG
2004 Ford Mondeo (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 92,357 miles. MOT status: Failed. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD MONDEO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,357 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LR54 UXG Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 01/06/2022
- 92,357 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LR54 UXG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2004 Ford Mondeo (LR54 UXG) between June 2022 and June 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 June 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2”; “Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution when consid
When evaluating this 2004 Mondeo, buyers must scrutinise the paper trail to account for the lack of recent MOT records since June 2022. Verify whether the vehicle has been off the road (SORN) during the intervening period and request a comprehensive independent mechanical inspection before committing to a purchase. Negotiate on price to account for potential remedial work required on the braking and emissions systems noted in its history.
Running a 2004 petrol Ford Mondeo with a 1798cc engine involves typical expenditure for a mid-sized family hatchback of this era. Fuel economy for the 1.8-litre petrol engine will sit around the mid-30s mpg for mixed driving, while vehicle excise duty will fall into the older engine-size or emissions-based tax bands. Insurance groups for this generation of Mondeo are generally moderate, but older vehicles can incur higher maintenance outlays due to wear and tear on components like brakes and exhaust systems.
Pay close attention to the items highlighted in the June 2022 MOT failure notice. Inspect the front brake discs and pads thoroughly to ensure they have been replaced and are free from excessive wear. The exhaust emissions failure points towards potential issues with the catalytic converter, lambda sensors, or fueling system, so a diagnostic check of the emissions is essential. Additionally, check common Ford Mondeo weak points of this era, including suspension bushes, front subframe corrosion, and general electrical operation.
This silver 1.8-litre petrol Ford Mondeo, first registered in October 2004, shows a mileage of 92,357 miles recorded during its single documented MOT test in June 2022. Based on the model aggregate data showing an average annual mileage of 7,971 miles, this vehicle's recorded mileage is slightly below the expected average for its age, though the data reflects a significant absence of recent test records. The MOT history contains a formal failure for both excessive emissions and significantly worn front brake discs.
The Ford Mondeo Mk3 has a model aggregate MOT pass rate of 78.1% across over 250,000 vehicles analysed, with tyres, brake pads, and windscreen wipers serving as the most common failure points.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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