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AG03 CBU

2003 Ford Mondeo

Silver Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,207 mi
Last recorded133,207 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 CBU
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 133,207 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 133,207 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 122,615 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 122,598 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 110,246 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre has cuts to outer sidewall

Pass 16 Oct 2012 91,035 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust heat shield loose

note/brake pads not fully visible

Fail 16 Oct 2012 91,035 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

exhaust heat shield loose

note/brake pads not fully visible

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Mar 2011 72,545 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 64,938 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 59,802 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 59,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 54,649 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 54,649 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 41,850 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 30,167 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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AG03 CBU is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Silver with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AG03 CBU, 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.

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What year was AG03 CBU registered?

AG03 CBU is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 16 July 2003.

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