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AJ05 RFX

2005 Ford Mondeo

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

147,501 mi
Last recorded147,501 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Mondeo89,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 RFX
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2015 147,501 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 13 Dec 2015 147,501 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 147,001 miles

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

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 138,198 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2014 138,112 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2013 126,342 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2013 126,342 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 117,357 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 108,619 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 81,325 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 61,022 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 46,771 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 46,426 miles

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

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

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

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

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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AJ05 RFX is a 2005 Ford Mondeo in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 AJ05 RFX, 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 AJ05 RFX registered?

AJ05 RFX is a 2005 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 29 May 2005.

Is AJ05 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 RFX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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