2004 Ford Mondeo 2.2L Diesel · WJ54 AEE

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently uncertain following a failure in the most recent test on 29 September 2023 at 177,488 miles. While the vehicle maintained a clean record for several years prior, the recent failure without recorded defects suggests a specific mechanical or emission-related issue was not addressed or documented. Since no MOT has been recorded for nearly three years, the vehicle is likely operating outside of legal roadworthiness requirements, necessitating an immediate re-test to determine its current mechanical state. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the car covered 10,428 miles, indicating a steady rate of use. However, the interval between the October 2022 pass and the September 2023 failure shows an accumulation of 11,756 miles. This consistent annual mileage, combined with the high total figure on the odometer, places significant stress on rubber components, suspension bushings, and drivetrain components which are prone to accelerated wear at this stage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and underbody, as the age of this Ford Mondeo increases the risk of corrosion in the sills and wing arches. Given the long gap in testing, the brakes should be checked for binding calipers, rusted discs, and perished brake fluid. Particular attention should also be paid to the suspension system, specifically springs and absorbers, as these components may have degraded or developed faults during the period of inactivity following the 2023 failure.