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AF53 KUK

2003 Ford Mondeo

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,288 mi
Last recorded54,288 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 KUK
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 54,288 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and bushes perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 54,279 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due too exhaust blowing excessively (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working possibly pump (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and bushes perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 54,222 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi split and blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 53,076 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 53,076 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 50,879 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 48,805 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 46,909 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 45,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 43,935 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 41,068 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 41,041 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 6 Jul 2016 40,549 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 8 Jul 2015 38,823 miles

OFF side rear tyre side wall in poor condition .

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 37,057 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 35,118 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 32,847 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 30,272 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 27,583 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 24,624 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 21,419 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 17,412 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 17,402 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 13,035 miles

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 KUK is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KUK, 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.

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

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