2005 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · DG05 HYN

The vehicle is currently not in a verified roadworthy state as the most recent MOT test dates back to October 2022. The maintenance trend is worsening, characterized by a pattern of neglecting basic consumables and a failure to address recurring corrosion. In the final test on October 5, 2022, at 197,320 miles, the tester flagged an offside rear inner tyre worn close to the legal limit and corroded rear suspension components. The mileage is typical for a twenty-one-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 9,396 miles per year. However, the record shows the car has remained static for nearly four years, with no mileage increase between the September 2022 failure at 197,319 miles and the October 2022 pass at 197,320 miles. This prolonged period of inactivity since late 2022 increases the risk of seized calipers, perished rubber seals, and battery degradation. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the chassis and braking system. Corrosion of the brake pipes was a recurring failure point in August 2018 and September 2021, suggesting a systemic issue with the vehicle's structural integrity and rust prevention. The suspension also shows a history of failure, with a fractured nearside front coil spring in 2018 and corroded rear springs and components noted in 2021 and 2022. The tyre history indicates poor ownership habits. The vehicle failed on tyre tread depth in 2016, 2021, and 2022, specifically showing repeated inner-edge wear on the rear tyres. This pattern strongly suggests unresolved wheel alignment issues or worn suspension bushings that have caused premature tyre scrubbing. Any prospective buyer should check for uneven tread wear and inspect the underbody for advanced corrosion.