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AJ53 VWL

2003 Ford Mondeo

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

91,594 mi
Last recorded91,594 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Mondeo88,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 VWL
MakeFord
ModelMondeo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 91,594 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 82,416 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 82,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 72,832 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 64,819 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 58,908 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear tread face deteriorated

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tread face deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2017 53,224 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 48,625 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 43,702 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 39,208 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 32,408 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 29,169 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 27,723 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 24,844 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 21,493 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 18,208 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2006 13,833 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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AJ53 VWL is a 2003 Ford Mondeo in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VWL, 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 VWL registered?

AJ53 VWL is a 2003 Ford Mondeo, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is AJ53 VWL safe to buy?

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