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AF53 UKU

2003 Ford Mondeo

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,910 mi
Last recorded132,910 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UKU
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2013 132,910 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 132,910 miles

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r- droplink woen rear b/pipe corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2012 113,257 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2012 113,257 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 98,412 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 79,639 miles

o/s/r tyre run flat and damaged bold on inside

Pass 24 Sep 2009 70,406 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 64,710 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 58,685 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 50,013 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 UKU is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 UKU, 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 UKU registered?

AF53 UKU is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is AF53 UKU safe to buy?

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