2002 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Petrol · BK02 AFZ

The vehicle currently presents an uncertain roadworthiness status due to a significant and concerning lapse in recent testing data. The last recorded test on 26 November 2021 at 110,255 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, yet the car has not undergone an MOT in nearly four and a half years. While the history between 2018 and 2020 showed a stable trend, the current gap means the present mechanical and structural integrity of the vehicle is unverified. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per annum. Between May 2018 and May 2020, the car covered 18,027 miles, suggesting consistent low-level use. However, the usage slowed considerably between November 2020 and November 2021, with only 3,673 miles recorded in that period. This pattern often indicates long periods of standing, which frequently leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fluid contamination that is not captured in low mileage figures alone. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components given the vehicle's age and the long hiatus in testing. The Mondeo is prone to structural corrosion on the sills and rear subframe, which accelerates when a car sits stationary. The inspector should specifically check for perished suspension bushes, degraded brake lines, and seized brake discs. Because the vehicle has lacked a valid MOT since late 2021, the risk of undetected mechanical failure or safety-critical defects is high regardless of the low recorded odometer reading.