2014 Ford Mondeo 1.6L Diesel · 39 BKX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion across the chassis components. During the latest test in March 2026 at 44,708 miles, the tester identified corrosion on the front suspension arms, rear suspension arms, and the front sub-frame. Although these defects were classified as not seriously weakened, the persistence of surface rust across both the 2025 and 2026 tests indicates ongoing oxidation that will require close monitoring. The mileage profile is significantly low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. Data shows a consistent progression of roughly 3,500 miles between each annual test date, moving from 33,317 miles in March 2023. This low usage explains the lack of heavy mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but the perishing and cracking of the rear tyres noted in both 2025 and 2026 suggests the car may sit stationary for long periods, causing the rubber to degrade despite low tread depth. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frame and suspension arms to ensure the noted corrosion has not progressed to structural thinning. The brake system previously showed signs of neglect, evidenced by the 2024 failure due to thin front pads and a critically low offside rear pad which was only addressed after the failure. Given the age and the low mileage, the tyres should also be checked for deep sidewall cracking, as the record confirms they are deteriorating regardless of the remaining tread.