2011 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · BT60 BVM

The vehicle presents a declining maintenance trend characterized by recurring suspension and tyre issues. While the most recent test on 12 December 2025 at 174,393 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just three days prior. The tester flagged multiple defects including inoperative position lamps, incorrect headlamp aim, and registration plate lamps. The presence of advisories for worn trailing arm bushes on both the nearside and offside rear, alongside tyres worn close to the legal limit, suggests that while the vehicle is technically roadworthy, basic upkeep of consumables and minor electrical components is being deferred. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per year. The records show steady progress from 140,102 miles in December 2023 to 158,966 miles in December 2024, and finally reaching 174,393 miles in December 2025. This pattern indicates regular, predictable usage rather than long periods of inactivity. The lack of significant mileage gaps suggests the vehicle has been in consistent use, which typically prevents certain types of corrosion but increases the wear on mechanical components like the drivetrain and suspension. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the rear suspension assembly. The trailing arm bushes have appeared as advisories in both the December 2024 and December 2025 tests, indicating a persistent issue that has not been addressed. This recurring fault suggests the owner is opting for minimum compliance rather than preventative maintenance. The December 2024 record also noted severely deteriorated inner drive shaft CV boots, so a physical inspection of the CV boots and any signs of grease leakage around the driveshafts is necessary to ensure these were replaced. The history also shows a pattern of neglected consumables. The December 2023 failure for worn rear brake pads and the repeated advisories for tyres worn on the edges or near legal limits point to a reactive approach to maintenance. You should inspect the current tread depth and condition of all four tyres and check the thickness of the brake pads and the condition of the discs. Given the age and mileage, checking for any signs of structural corrosion on the underbody and exhaust mountings remains a prudent step.