FORD MONDEO1997 · 1.8L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available history, though the record is now critically outdated. The last recorded MOT test in June 2011 at 97,451 miles resulted in an initial failure for an offside front tyre tread depth below the legal limit, but the vehicle passed immediately following the rectification. Since no further tests have been logged in the fifteen years since that entry, the current mechanical integrity and safety status of the car cannot be verified through official DVSA data. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle of twenty-nine years age, averaging approximately 3,360 miles per year. Between June 2008 and June 2011, the car covered 18,010 miles, moving from 79,441 to 97,451 miles. This low usage suggests the vehicle was likely used sporadically or stored for long periods. While low mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, seals, and brake systems due to perishleness and lack of mechanical movement. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and the chassis, as the age of the vehicle makes it susceptible to significant corrosion in the sills and suspension mounting points. Check specifically for perished suspension bushes and cracked brake lines which are common in low-mileage survivors. Given the fifteen-year gap in testing, the brakes must be tested for binding calipers or seized discs, and the tyres should be inspected for age-related dry rot regardless of remaining tread depth.