2018 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · AX18 HFM

The overall roadworthiness status for the 2018 Ford Monaco is currently failing, with a persistent and worsening trend in the MOT history. The most recent test on 2025-08-13 was a successful pass at 136,704 miles, but subsequent tests in 2024 have failed, specifically for the nearside and offside front headlamps, indicating a failure to address minor cosmetic or alignment issues. This sequence of failures suggests that the vehicle has not undergone adequate maintenance, with the first failure occurring in late 2023 and the second in early 2024, pointing to a lack of regular servicing. The mileage pattern reveals a significant gap between the first successful test and the second failure, with the vehicle accumulating approximately 11,427 miles in the first two years of operation. This rapid accumulation is atypical for a vehicle of its age, suggesting that the owner may have driven the car lightly for a prolonged period, rather than relying on standard maintenance intervals. The high mileage relative to the 8-year lifespan indicates that the car is likely in a state of accelerated wear, where consumables such as brake discs, tires, and wiper blades are being consumed at a rate that exceeds normal consumption patterns. Given the recurring faults in the headlamp alignment and the overall deteriorating condition, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical components. The most critical focus is on the suspension bushes and coil springs, which have failed twice, indicating that the suspension system has become compromised. Additionally, the binding condition of the rear brakes and the presence of corrosion on exhaust components suggest that the braking system is failing and the exhaust is emitting harmful emissions, requiring immediate professional diagnosis and replacement to prevent further damage.