2015 FORD MONDEO2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 6 February 2026 at 60,517 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern rather than preventative care. A failure just ten days prior in January 2026 highlighted significant issues with the rear braking system, specifically the offside rear service brake binding and lagging, alongside an incorrect headlamp aim. The fact that these issues were rectified for the subsequent pass suggests the owner addresses mechanical faults only when they result in a test failure. At eleven years old, the recorded mileage of 60,517 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,500 miles. The data reveals a notable gap in usage particularly between October 2024 and January 2025, where the vehicle covered only 16 miles in three months. This sporadic usage pattern often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components and brake seizure, as evidenced by the January 2025 failure for ineffective windscreen wipers, which is a common symptom of blades drying out or seizing up during long periods of inactivity. A buyer should physically inspect the offside rear brake assembly to ensure the binding issue was fully resolved with a caliper replacement or thorough rebuild rather than a mere temporary adjustment. Given the low mileage and history of wiper failure, a close check for corrosion on the brake discs and suspension bushes is necessary, as these components deteriorate when sitting stationary. Verify the headlamp alignment manually to ensure the adjustment from the February 2026 test remains secure and has not drifted due to vibration.