2007 Ford Mondeo 2.2L Diesel · EA07 AEF

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worsening maintenance trend, with the most recent recorded test in December 2022 indicating significant mechanical neglect. This test resulted in a failure due to multiple critical issues, including fractured nearside rear coil springs, leaking shock absorbers, and a worn offside front suspension arm ball joint. The tester also flagged insufficient tyre tread on both front tyres and a parking brake system that barely met efficiency requirements, suggesting the vehicle was nearing a state of mechanical instability at the time of the last inspection. The mileage history suggests a relatively consistent use pattern for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 7,400 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 52,984 miles in March 2010 to 141,239 miles in December 2022. However, there is a notable lack of recorded testing data between November 2021 and December 2022, and the current date of July 2026 means the vehicle has not had a recorded MOT for over three and a half years. This significant gap in documentation represents a high risk for a buyer, as the vehicle's current legal status and mechanical condition are entirely unverified. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside and suspension components. The history reveals recurring issues with brake pipes corroding and leaking, as seen in the November 2021 test, alongside general underbody surface rust. These patterns suggest the vehicle is susceptible to corrosion, which may affect structural integrity. The frequent appearance of deteriorated CV boots, damaged ball joints, and tyre-related failures indicates that basic consumable maintenance and preventative component replacement have been inconsistent throughout the vehicle's life. Specific attention should be paid to the braking system and rear suspension. Given the 2022 failure regarding parking brake efficiency and the 2021 advisories concerning corroded brake pipes, the integrity of the hydraulic lines and caliper functionality must be confirmed. The buyer should also inspect the shock absorbers and coil springs for signs of further fatigue or recent replacement to ensure the suspension is no longer misting oil or suffering from fractured components.