2008 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Petrol · AK08 ABF

The 2025‑01‑09 MOT at 113,056 miles passed, but the vehicle is not in pristine condition; the tester recorded a worn offside front tyre and slight seepage from the power‑steering pipe, indicating ongoing wear. The recent pass follows two consecutive failures in January 2025 and earlier defects in 2023, showing a pattern of recurring problems rather than steady improvement. At 18 years old and 113,056 miles the annual mileage averages about 6,300 miles, which is typical, yet the jump from 101,308 miles in December 2023 to 113,049 miles in January 2025 represents an acceleration of roughly 11,700 miles in two months, suggesting the car has been driven more intensively in recent months. Recurring issues centre on the suspension, with corroded and worn rear lower arms and trailing‑arm bushes noted since 2016, and on the braking system, where thin pads, pitted discs and a fluctuating service brake have been flagged repeatedly; the buyer should examine suspension play, brake disc and pad thickness, and check for any binding or leakage in the power‑steering system. Additional concerns include tyre damage such as tears and wear close to the legal limit, and structural rust on the exhaust and heat shield, so a thorough inspection of the exhaust system, chassis rust, tyre condition and suspension components is essential before purchase.