2011 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · AF11 WDS

A clean and consistent MOT record defines this Mondeo's roadworthiness profile, with four consecutive passes and a single, undocumented failure that did not progress into any recorded defects or advisories. Most recently, the vehicle passed its test on 20 December 2025 with no advisories, continuing a run of clean results that stretches back to January 2024. The earlier failure on 8 February 2023 appears to have been an immediate retest situation rather than a recurring mechanical concern, given that the vehicle passed just three days later on 11 February 2023. The absence of any recorded advisories across the visible testing history indicates that wear items have not yet crossed MOT thresholds, although at this mileage and age, component condition is unlikely to be truly factory-fresh. Covering approximately 11,283 miles per year across its 15-year life, this Mondeo has seen usage broadly in line with the national average for its age bracket. The annual accumulation is steady rather than extreme, which suggests the vehicle has been used as a regular daily driver rather than left standing for extended periods or subjected to exceptionally high-mileage motorway use. There are no obvious gaps in testing that would indicate a long-term off-road period, so corrosion and perishable components such as rubber boots, bushes, and brake hoses are more likely to have aged through use than through stagnation. That said, 169,238 miles is a substantial figure for a mainstream family car, and consumable wear on clutches, suspension components, and drivetrain mounts should still be expected even without recorded advisories. For a prospective buyer, the lack of flagged items means the inspection focus shifts to areas commonly worn at this mileage. The suspension system warrants particular attention, especially the front lower wishbones, drop links, and anti-roll bar bushes, which are known Mondeo weak points that can develop play without immediately crossing MOT advisory thresholds. On a test drive, listen for clonking noises over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or knocking through the steering wheel, which would indicate worn tie rod ends or wishbone rear bushes. The rear suspension trailing arms and their bushes are also worth inspecting for cracking, as they carry significant loads and degrade with age. The braking system, while unflagged, should be physically examined as a priority. Check the front discs for a pronounced lip on the outer edge, which indicates they are nearing the end of their service life, and feel for judder through the brake pedal under firm application. With the engine running, listen for any scraping or grinding from the wheel areas that could point to worn pads or binding calipers, the latter often visible as a hot wheel hub after driving. Given the high mileage, also confirm that the gearbox operates smoothly across all gears without crunching on selection, and that the clutch bite point is firm and reasonably high rather than slipping under load. Finally, inspect the underside for any surface corrosion or fluid seepage from the engine and transmission, as 15 years of winter road use will inevitably have taken a toll on exposed metalwork even if it has not yet been flagged on test.