2017 Ford Mondeo 1.5L Petrol · AF17 NTY

A pattern of wear on consumable components, particularly tyres and brake friction surfaces, defines the mechanical history of this Mondeo across six consecutive MOT tests. The most recent examination on 2026-02-02 recorded a pass with an advisory for a rear tyre worn close to the legal limit, continuing a theme observed repeatedly since 2020 when both front tyres received the same advisory. In 2025, the situation intensified, with all four brake discs flagged as worn, pitted, or scored (though not seriously weakened), alongside advisories on both front tyres. Earlier records show front brake pads noted as wearing thin in 2023 and a single major failure on 2021-02-25 for a nearside windscreen wiper that failed to clear the screen effectively, a defect rectified at the same test date since a pass is also recorded that day. The overall trend is one of gradual, predictable wear rather than structural deterioration, with no advisories relating to corrosion, suspension, steering, or exhaust integrity across the recorded period. With 85,686 miles accumulated over approximately nine years, this vehicle has covered around 9,521 miles annually, a rate broadly consistent with typical private or commuter usage. There are no significant gaps in the testing record, with annual MOTs consistently recorded from 2020 onwards, indicating the car has remained in regular use and on the road. The mileage progression between tests reflects steady accumulation rather than sudden jumps, suggesting no extended periods of standing or, conversely, unusually intensive driving. At this mileage and age, wear on brake discs, pads, tyres, and general suspension components is to be expected, and the recorded advisories align with what would be anticipated for a vehicle of this profile. For a prospective buyer, the brake and tyre advisories warrant direct physical inspection and a measured test drive. Given that all four brake discs were flagged for pitting or scoring in 2025, a road test should include several firm brake applications from moderate speed to check for any vibration through the steering wheel, brake pedal pulsation, or pulling to one side under braking, all of which can indicate uneven disc wear or a binding caliper. A visual check of the discs themselves is advisable, looking for a distinct lip on the outer edge or visible ridges across the surface. The nearside front tyre advisory in 2025, followed by the rear tyre advisory in 2026, suggests front tyres may wear faster on this vehicle, possibly indicating alignment or suspension geometry issues; uneven or inner-edge wear on the existing tyres should be noted, and a check for knocking or clonking noises over uneven surfaces would help identify worn suspension linkages, bushes, or top mounts that have not yet been flagged on test. Additionally, the wipers should be operated across the full sweep to confirm effective clearing, as a replacement has been in place since the 2021 failure. Steering feel during low-speed manoeuvring and at higher speeds should be evaluated for any play, vagueness, or pulling, which could point to worn track rod ends or wishbone bushings. Given the absence of any structural or corrosion advisories across all recorded tests, the bodywork, undertrays, and subframe areas should still be examined for any surface rust, particularly around wheel arches, suspension mounting points, and brake pipe runs, as these areas are not always visible during a standard MOT inspection but become more relevant on a nine-year-old vehicle approaching the end of its typical corrosion resistance period.