2008 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Petrol · AF08 YWH

The 2008 Ford Mondeo presents a stable roadworthiness trend with a clean pass recorded at the most recent test on 15 May 2024 at 168,196 miles. No defects or advisories appear across the three subsequent annual examinations from 2022 to 2024, indicating the vehicle has met minimum statutory standards without recurring mechanical or structural concerns during this period. The recorded odometer shows 168,196 miles against an 18 year lifespan, equating to roughly 9,344 miles per year which sits within typical use for a car of this age. Mileage advanced from 147,930 at the failed attempt on 4 March 2022 to 147,996 at the pass three days later, then rose to 161,821 by 22 May 2023 and 168,196 by May 2024. The sparse record shows no rapid accumulation or prolonged dormancy, though the two March 2022 entries three days apart hint at an initial administrative or minor rejection later cleared with no faults listed. A buyer should still commission an independent physical inspection given the vehicle's age and mileage. The MOT history flags no suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, binding calipers, or corrosion issues, yet eighteen years of service can conceal worn steering joints or underbody rust unseen in a pass-only record. Verify the exhaust emissions and structural integrity in person, and confirm the 2022 failure cause despite the absence of recorded defects. Pre purchase checks should target consumable wear such as tyres and wiper blades alongside drivetrain condition, since the clean tests offer no insight into ongoing maintenance quality. The lack of advisories suggests previous owners addressed faults before testing, but the brief 2022 gap warrants questioning of the rectification work carried out.