2009 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · AJ59 EBV

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile showing a worsening trend of mechanical neglect and deferred maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 184,921 miles, this followed two significant failures within a two-week period that revealed critical safety defects. The transition from a failure for excessive exhaust emissions and structural suspension issues to a pass suggests the owner performed only the absolute minimum repairs required to secure a certificate, rather than adhering to a preventative maintenance schedule. At 184,921 miles over 17 years, the car has averaged approximately 10,878 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage. However, the data shows a sharp spike in activity between June 2024 and July 2025, where the vehicle covered 28,153 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid mileage accumulation has placed immense strain on an aging chassis, explaining the sudden degradation of the rear suspension trailing arm bushes and brake components observed during the 2025 testing cycle. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the rear suspension geometry and structural integrity. The record repeatedly flags issues with the offside rear trailing arm mounting and suspension arm brackets, indicating potential corrosion or stress fractures at the mounting points. The buyer should also inspect the nearside front brake hose which was previously noted as damaged, and check the condition of the anti-roll bar linkages for further perished rubber. The history of high exhaust emissions in 2025 also suggests underlying engine wear or a failing DPF system that may require costly intervention in the near future.