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AF53 KVJ

2003 Ford Mondeo

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,274 mi
Last recorded107,274 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 KVJ
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 107,274 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 103,024 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 99,383 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed webbing frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 99,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed webbing frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 90,947 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2014 83,370 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 78,103 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 73,148 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 68,447 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 68,424 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 64,278 miles

mas oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2009 57,501 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 50,152 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jan 2008 49,950 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2006 44,039 miles

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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 KVJ is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KVJ, 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 KVJ registered?

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

Is AF53 KVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 KVJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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