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AJ53 HGL

2003 Ford Mondeo

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,276 mi
Last recorded68,276 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 HGL
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 68,276 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 57,164 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 42,813 miles

slight binding to o/s/r brake

Pass 10 Nov 2017 37,594 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 37,594 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 35,173 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 33,534 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 32,229 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 31,377 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 29,416 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 27,320 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 25,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 22,682 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 19,756 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 17,147 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 13,934 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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AJ53 HGL is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AJ53 HGL, 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 AJ53 HGL registered?

AJ53 HGL is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is AJ53 HGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 HGL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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