2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · AD62 AYW

The 2012 Ford Mondeo presents as roadworthy following a passed MOT on 10 March 2026 at 75,902 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable and clean. Prior tests show the same picture: a pass on 17 February 2025 at 68,646 miles and another on 13 March 2024 at 60,572 miles, both with no advisories. The record shows two failed tests on the same dates as the passes in 2026 and 2025, but the DVSA data lists no defects for either failure, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the test centre rather than mechanical faults. The odometer reads 75,902 miles against an estimated 14-year lifespan, equating to roughly 5,422 miles per year. This is low for a Mondeo of this age. The car covered 7,330 miles between March 2024 and February 2025, then only 7,256 miles to March 2026, showing consistent light use with no rapid accumulation. Such low annual mileage over a long period often means extended standing times, which can allow corrosion and perished rubber components to develop even when test results stay clear. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, as these items suffer from inactivity and are not always visible during a pass-with-no-defects MOT. Check underneath for structural rust on subframes and sills, and confirm the exhaust emissions remain within limits given the light running cycle. The absence of recorded advisories across three years suggests the previous owner kept basic upkeep current, though the twin fail-pass entries on test day point to clerical re-tests rather than rectified faults. Given the clean history and low mileage, the Mondeo stands as a sound used purchase provided a pre-sale inspection confirms no hidden standing-related degradation.