2017 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · BD17 AAJ

Across the eight recorded MOT tests from April 2020 through November 2025, this Mondeo has accumulated only a small cluster of advisories and zero failures, with the two most recent tests on 9 January 2025 and 21 November 2025 both passing without any defects recorded. The record shows a generally stable roadworthiness profile, though the few items flagged offer a useful mechanical narrative: a pair of front tyre advisories for edge wear in October 2021, a rear nail-in-tyre advisory in October 2023, and a steering rack free play advisory in October 2024. The progression from tyre-related notes in earlier years to a steering component advisory in the most recent test is worth noting, as steering wear on a front-wheel-drive Mondeo of this mileage is a plausible mechanical development rather than a sudden concern. Overall, the absence of brake, suspension, exhaust, corrosion, or structural advisories across nearly six years of testing is a positive indicator of the vehicle's recorded condition. At 103,207 miles over approximately nine years, the Mondeo is recording around 11,467 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for its age. There are no multi-year gaps in the testing history that would suggest prolonged off-road storage, and mileage between tests appears consistent rather than showing sudden spikes or anomalies. A test history with this frequency and regularity, against an annual mileage that is moderate rather than high, suggests the vehicle has been in steady, continuous use. Mechanically, this accumulation pattern means consumable wear items such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension bushes are likely to have been replaced periodically rather than suffering the accelerated degradation that can accompany very high annual mileages or extended periods of inactivity. The front tyre edge wear noted back in 2021, if left unaddressed on a car of this weight and mileage, could plausibly relate to tracking geometry, which is worth bearing in mind when considering the steering rack advisory that followed. For a prospective buyer, the steering rack free play advisory recorded in October 2024 warrants specific attention on a test drive. With the engine running and the vehicle stationary, turn the steering wheel gently from side to side and listen for any clonking, knocking, or slack felt through the wheel before the front wheels respond. On the road, pay particular attention to any vagueness in the steering around the straight-ahead position, any wandering at motorway speeds, or uneven self-centring after cornering. At 103,000 miles, a Mondeo steering rack may be approaching the point where replacement becomes a foreseeable cost, so a physical inspection of the rack assembly for any signs of dampness or seepage around the gaiters is advisable, alongside checking the inner track rod ends for play when the wheels are off the ground. The 2021 front tyre edge wear advisories are also relevant context, as uneven wear on a front axle can indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues, so inspecting the current front tyres for consistent shoulder wear across both sides is worthwhile. The remaining advisories are comparatively minor. The October 2023 offside rear nail-in-tyre note would have required either repair or replacement at the time, and the tyres fitted now should be checked for age, tread depth, and even wear across both axles. A thorough test drive should include firm braking from around 40 mph to check for any pull to one side, vibration through the steering wheel, or pedal judder that might indicate warped front discs, and a pass over uneven surfaces at low speed to listen for suspension knocks from the front subframe, wishbones, or anti-roll bar bushes, none of which have yet been flagged on the MOT record. Finally, inspect the underside for any signs of corrosion on suspension arms, brake pipes, and the subframe mounting areas, as Mondeos of this vintage can develop surface rust in these zones even when nothing has yet been recorded by the tester. A pre-purchase inspection on a ramp would be a prudent step given the steering rack advisory and the overall mileage.