2005 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Petrol · RF05 ACX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test on 23 October 2025 at 93,686 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories. This indicates the car is currently meeting the minimum legal safety standards without any immediate mechanical failures flagged by the tester. The mileage is notably low for a 21 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,461 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady and predictable, increasing by 4,797 miles between October 2024 and October 2025, and by 6,176 miles between October 2023 and October 2024. There are no erratic jumps in the odometer readings to suggest clocking or prolonged periods of abandonment. The MOT history is unusually clean for a Ford Mondeo of this vintage. The record shows no recurring failures or advisories regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake disc corrosion. Even the failure on 3 October 2023 was resolved within two miles, suggesting a minor administrative or easily rectified issue rather than a systemic mechanical fault. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas the MOT tester may overlook, specifically structural corrosion on the sills and chassis. Low mileage cars often suffer from perished rubber seals or seized brake calipers if they have spent long periods stationary. Check for tyre cracking and ensure the engine oil and coolant show no signs of contamination, as low annual usage can lead to moisture buildup in the lubrication system.