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AF03 VRL

2003 Ford Mondeo

Silver Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

102,266 mi
Last recorded102,266 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 VRL
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 102,266 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 102,266 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 98,808 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 98,808 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 94,562 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 91,082 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 85,742 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 85,740 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 80,732 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Feb 2017 80,731 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 72,145 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 65,797 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 65,797 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 57,309 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 50,085 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 49,129 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 47,597 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 46,344 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 45,656 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 45,656 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 38,725 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 30,137 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 22,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Ford Mondeo?

Based on 12,239,875 MOT tests across 1,205,291 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
7,416
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,205,291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 610,562
Brake pipe excessively corroded 513,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 357,218
position lamp(s) not working 250,827
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 244,051
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AF03 VRL is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Silver with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 88,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Mondeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610,562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 VRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Mondeo typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Mondeo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF03 VRL registered?

AF03 VRL is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 VRL shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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