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AF53 LVP

2003 Ford Mondeo

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,189 mi
Last recorded143,189 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 LVP
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 143,189 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 143,189 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 139,959 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 139,954 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 129,195 miles

front tyres close to limit

Pass 17 Sep 2012 117,134 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 103,542 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 97,343 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 97,343 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 88,413 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 88,413 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 71,496 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Sep 2007 49,904 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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 14 Sep 2006 39,383 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 LVP is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LVP, 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 LVP registered?

AF53 LVP is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AF53 LVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 LVP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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