2003 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Petrol · DN53 AOA

The 2003 Ford Mondeo recorded a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 26 June 2024 at 79,182 miles, indicating stable roadworthiness and no documented defects. The preceding tests in July 2023 and July 2022 also showed passes with no defects, suggesting the maintenance trend has remained steady rather than deteriorating. The recorded mileage rose from 76,346 miles on 30 June 2022 to 76,353 miles the following day, then to 77,098 miles in July 2023, and finally to 79,182 miles in June 2024, reflecting an average annual increase of roughly 3,400 miles, a figure consistent with a vehicle that spends long periods stationary. The interval between the June 2022 and July 2022 tests spans only a day, while the jump to July 2023 adds about 750 miles, and the final rise to June 2024 adds over 2,000 miles, underscoring periods of low usage. A buyer should therefore focus on components that typically degrade during idle storage, such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers that may seize, as well as checking for structural rust around the chassis and wheel arches, and verifying that the exhaust system meets emission standards. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking, listen for binding calipers, examine the brake discs for scoring, and look for corrosion that could compromise structural integrity.