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AF53 KTN

2003 Ford Mondeo

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,516 mi
Last recorded77,516 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 KTN
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 77,516 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 75,642 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and cracking in treads (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and cracking in treads (4.1.E.1)

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

slight knock detected at steering wheel

Pass 18 Dec 2014 74,147 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 72,939 miles

both front tyre treads perished and splitting

Pass 18 Dec 2012 71,563 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 68,315 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyre treads cracking

Fail 13 Dec 2011 68,315 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyre treads cracking

Pass 20 Dec 2010 66,568 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 62,093 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 59,220 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 55,203 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 54,970 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 51,082 miles

all 4 tyres near legal limit

Fail 4 Dec 2006 51,082 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

all 4 tyres near legal limit

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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AF53 KTN is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AF53 KTN, 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 AF53 KTN registered?

AF53 KTN is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 KTN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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