2012 FORD MONDEO1.6L Diesel

The vehicle is presently road‑worthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 7 August 2025 at 126,407 miles after the near‑side and off‑side front tyres were replaced to meet legal tread depth. The record shows a generally stable maintenance pattern; no recurring structural or safety‑critical defects appear, and the only repeated items relate to tyre wear and occasional front‑suspension bush wear, both of which have been addressed at the time of failure. Over a fourteen‑year span the odometer reads 126,407 miles, equating to roughly 9,000 miles per year – a mileage rate typical for a family saloon of this age. Annual testing is evident from 2015 through 2025, with no prolonged gaps that would conceal hidden deterioration. The mileage increments between successive tests are consistent, rising by 10–12 thousand miles each year, suggesting regular use rather than periods of neglect or excessive short‑term mileage spikes. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of the front tyre tread, confirming that the replacement tyres remain above the 1.6 mm minimum. Inspection of the front suspension arms, especially the nearside lower ball‑joint dust cover and associated bushes, is advisable given past excessive wear reports. The rear coil springs, previously noted as corroded, merit visual assessment for any advancing rust that could affect ride quality. Finally, a quick check of the auxiliary drive belt for cracking and a functional headlamp aim test will ensure that the remedial work performed after the 2020 failures remains effective.