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AF53 KXC

2003 Ford Mondeo

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,970 mi
Last recorded54,970 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 KXC
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 54,970 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 51,899 miles

various front and rear brake pipes slight corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2013 49,480 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 38,161 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 38,161 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 29,218 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front blades smearing screen

front number plate cracked

offside front tyre inner tread damaged due to spring braking

rear discs corroded

slight leak from both front inner cv boots

Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,992 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 24,136 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 13 Mar 2008 21,191 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 17,512 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 15,302 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 15,302 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 KXC is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KXC, 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 KXC registered?

AF53 KXC is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is AF53 KXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 KXC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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