2006 Ford Mondeo 3.0L Petrol · AJ06 DFN

The 2006 Ford Mondeo presents as roadworthy following a clean pass at 148,192 miles on 28 June 2025, with no defects logged. The maintenance trend reads as stable across the recent record, showing no recurring advisories or mechanical faults and no worsening condition over the last three years. Mileage sits at a typical 7,410 per year for a twenty-year-old vehicle. The record shows only 225 miles added between the July 2022 test at 145,233 miles and the April 2023 pass at 147,967 miles, then just 225 further miles to the 2025 test. Such low annual use implies long standing periods, which often accelerate rubber perishing and corrosion on unused components. Two failed tests in 2022 and 2023 recorded no defects, suggesting administrative or presentation issues rather than mechanical rejection. A buyer should still inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for age-related stiffness given the low use and standing time. Examine underside structure and subframes for corrosion, as moisture trapped during idle periods promotes rust on older Mondeos. Verify tyre sidewall condition and flat-spotting from prolonged parking before purchase.