1998 FORD MONDEO2.0L PETROL

The vehicle is in a critical state of roadworthiness with a clear worsening trend in structural integrity. The most recent recorded test in September 2022 at 140,331 miles resulted in a significant failure due to severe structural corrosion. The tester identified excessive corrosion on all four inner and outer suspension mounting areas, which significantly compromised the strength of the sills. Given that no tests are recorded for nearly four years, the vehicle is likely currently untax and unfit for the road without major structural repairs. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 28-year-old car, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent low usage between 2019 and 2022, with the mileage increasing by only 3,580 miles over the three-year period between the final three tests. While low mileage often suggests less engine wear, in this case it indicates the vehicle has likely suffered from age-related degradation, particularly regarding rubber components and metalwork, due to sitting rather than mechanical strain from heavy use. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the entire rear sills and suspension mounting points, as the 2022 failure highlighted a systemic issue with structural rust. The history shows a progression of deteriorating suspension components, moving from minor wear on bushes in 2020 to excessively worn arm pins and ineffective shock absorbers by 2022. The rear brake hoses also showed a clear pattern of deterioration from slight wear in 2021 to excessive decay in 2022, necessitating immediate replacement to ensure hydraulic integrity.