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AF55 DCX

2005 Ford Mondeo

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

224,930 mi
Last recorded224,930 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Mondeo89,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 DCX
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2021 224,930 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 218,790 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 214,146 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 207,360 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 203,665 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 198,065 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 198,065 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 190,237 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 181,855 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 174,197 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 168,439 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 163,155 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 163,155 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 150,677 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 120,029 miles

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

n/s/r seat slight movement when latched closed

rear number plate slightly worn

Fail 2 Oct 2009 119,746 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

n/s/r seat slight movement when latched closed

rear number plate slightly worn

Pass 9 Oct 2008 93,290 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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AF55 DCX is a 2005 Ford Mondeo in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Ford Mondeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 89,401 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 AF55 DCX, 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 21 years old, this Ford Mondeo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF55 DCX registered?

AF55 DCX is a 2005 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is AF55 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 DCX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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