2008 FORD MONDEO ZETEC2.0L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test, conducted in March 2025 at 195,495 miles, recorded no defects or advisories. This trend suggests that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids the immediate mechanical or structural failures typically seen in a car of this age and mileage. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent over the seven-year period, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between September 2018 and March 2025, the car covered 42,273 miles, showing a steady usage pattern without long periods of neglect or standing. The gap between the October 2021 and January 2023 tests reflects a slight irregularity in testing intervals, but the recording of 8,611 miles during that sixteen-month window indicates the vehicle has been used regularly, which often helps prevent internal corrosion and brake seizing associated with stationary vehicles. Despite the clean MOT record, the high-mileage profile necessitates a thorough physical inspection of components prone to high-mileage wear. A buyer should specifically examine the integrity of the rear suspension subframe and trailing arms for structural corrosion, as these are common failure points on this Mondeo generation. The inspector should also check for play in the steering rack and signs of oil leaks from the drivetrain, as the MOT does not test for fluid degradation or minor weeping unless they pose an immediate environmental hazard.