FORD MONDEO2003 · 2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently in good roadworthiness, as the most recent MOT on 2019-02-18 at 483,199 miles passed without defects. However, the maintenance history indicates a lack of stability, with a failure on 2019-01-03 at 483,199 miles resulting in a fractured coil spring, suggesting that basic upkeep was not maintained during the period prior to this incident. The mileage data reveals a significant gap between the 2019 and 2017 tests, with the 2019 test showing no gaps while the 2017 test showed only slight play in ball joints and rubber mounting on anti-roll bars, implying that the 2018 test was likely a rapid mileage accumulation rather than a genuine failure event. The buyer should inspect the suspension system and brakes in person, as the history flags a rubber mounting deterioration on the rear anti-roll bar and a ball joint play on the front suspension arm, which would indicate structural integrity issues that require professional assessment before the car is put into service.