2011 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · EO11 AAU

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 16 January 2026 with no defects recorded. Looking at the broader history, the maintenance trend appears stable, though there was a period of recurring advisories regarding the rear suspension and minor failures in early 2025. The absence of defects in the latest test indicates that the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the history suggests a pattern of wear and tear consistent with its age and usage. With a recorded mileage of 163,537 miles over approximately 15 years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 10,902 miles per year. This is considered typical usage for a Mondeo of this era, suggesting it has been used regularly rather than sitting idle or being excessively overworked. At this mileage, a buyer should expect significant wear on high-friction components and rubber mounts, meaning the focus should shift from basic maintenance to the replacement of long-term wear items. Particular attention must be paid to the rear suspension, as the 2023 and 2024 tests both highlighted worn trailing arm pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside. During a test drive, listen for knocks or clunks when traversing uneven road surfaces and feel for any instability or wandering during motorway-speed cruising. Furthermore, while the offside front constant velocity boot was noted as severely deteriorated in 2025, you should verify if this was replaced. A perished boot allows grease to escape and contaminants to enter, which eventually leads to joint failure, typically manifested as a loud clicking sound during full-lock low-speed manoeuvres. Given the vehicle's age, a comprehensive physical inspection is essential regardless of the MOT outcome. Examine the tyre sidewalls for perishing or hairline cracking, as rubber degrades over time even if the tread remains legal. Inspect the brake discs for heavy corrosion or pitting and ensure the calipers are not binding, which can occur on higher-mileage vehicles. Finally, verify the service history to ensure calendar-based fluid changes, such as engine oil and coolant, have been performed, and check the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches for any signs of invasive corrosion.