2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · EO60 AAX

The vehicle shows a clear history of progressive structural and suspension degradation that requires close attention. In the most recent test conducted on August 2023 at 172,373 miles, the car passed only after addressing significant failures involving both rear suspension arms being weakened by corrosion. While these specific points were rectified, the tester continued to flag widespread corrosion across the front and rear sub-frames, as well as the remaining front lower suspension arms. The presence of play in the steering rack inner joints and slight movement in the offside track rod end ball joint indicates that the steering and steering-geometry-related components are nearing the end of their operational life. At 172,373 miles over 16 years, the car has averaged approximately 10,773 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for its age. However, the maintenance record reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. There was a period of relative stability in mid-2019 at 113,295 miles where the vehicle passed without any recorded defects, but since then, it has faced frequent failures related to basic consumables like tyres and braking systems. The failure in 2022 at 155,659 miles for an inoperative parking brake and tyres at the legal limit of tread depth suggests that essential maintenance was often deferred until the MOT deadline forced action. The primary concern for a potential buyer is the ongoing trend of oxidation on the underbody components. The record from 2020 through 2023 shows a persistent issue with corrosion, moving from fractured coil springs to seriously weakened suspension arms. While the August 2023 report noted some corrosion was not yet serious, the recurring mention of rust on the sub-frames suggests the structural integrity of the chassis is thinning. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frames and mounting points to ensure that the rust has not progressed to a point that would necessitate a structural failure in the near future.