2007 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Diesel · SB57 AAU

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass following the test on 4 August 2026 at 219,263 miles, though the result carries four active advisories. The preceding day's failure at 219,257 miles exposed several safety-critical faults, including a loose offside front strut top mount, an ineffective steering rack locking device, and excessive corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe. These issues were rectified in time for the retest, yet the recurrence of rear brake pipe corrosion and tyre wear within a single week suggests that underlying maintenance gaps persist rather than being fully resolved. The trend over the past three years is best described as deteriorating, with each successive test revealing fresh or returning defects. Mileage accumulation aligns closely with the car's age, averaging approximately 11,500 miles annually since new. The interval between the February 2025 and August 2026 tests reflects a gap of roughly 18 months, during which the odometer advanced by 9,415 miles, consistent with normal usage. No evidence of abnormal spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity appears in the record. However, the frequency of failures and advisories within short mileage windows indicates that routine servicing may have been irregular, particularly concerning safety-related components such as brakes, steering, and suspension. Prospective buyers should prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear brake hydraulic system, given the repeated instances of pipe corrosion on both sides. The offside front MacPherson strut assembly and its top mounting require close examination for wear or looseness, as does the steering rack's locking mechanism. Suspension arm bushes, especially those at the front of the rear arms, have previously shown signs of detachment risk and warrant checking for movement or cracking. Additionally, all four tyres should be assessed for uneven wear patterns and sidewall condition, while the constant velocity boots and engine management warning light status from the 2025 failure ought to be verified as properly addressed.