2003 Ford Mondeo Graphite Tdci 2.0L Diesel · ENZ 5156

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 26 November 2025 at 101,746 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a pattern of immediate rectification following failures. While the car failed tests in November 2025 and October 2024, the subsequent passes within days suggest that the owner is proactive in addressing specific faults once identified rather than allowing them to accumulate into mechanical neglect. The mileage profile is notably low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,424 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-intensity usage patterns, such as only 2,190 miles covered between August 2023 and November 2024, and just 120 miles between the October 2024 failure and the November pass that year. While this low mileage suggests the engine and drivetrain have seen limited stress, long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and fluid acidification regardless of mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Mondeos are prone to corrosion that may not always be apparent until it becomes structural. Given the low usage, inspect the suspension bushes and control arm joints for cracking or tearing caused by age rather than wear. Because the vehicle passed without advisories in the latest test, the primary braking components and emissions appear functional, but the brake discs should be checked for surface pitting to ensure the low mileage has not resulted in rust during periods of inactivity.