2019 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · DO19 AWY

This Ford Mondeo's defining mechanical story is one of remarkably consistent roadworthiness, with seven consecutive passes recorded since the single failure back in mid-2023. The most recent test on 26 June 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories, and the four prior examinations in 2024 and 2025 followed the same pattern, indicating that any underlying issues from the 2023 failure have been resolved and not recurred. The only flagged items across the entire history are the minor windscreen damage, an inoperative registration plate lamp, and the failed offside side repeater light, all of which are minor electrical and glazing items rather than structural or mechanical concerns. The absence of any advisories relating to suspension components, brake pipes, corrosion, or exhaust system integrity over seven tests is a notable feature of the record. The recorded mileage of 101,924 against a 2019 manufacture date equates to roughly 14,500 miles per year, which is substantially above the average for a car of this age. MOT records cannot confirm whether this represents primarily motorway use or a mix of urban and longer journeys, but the high annual accumulation suggests that consumable items such as brake pads, brake discs, tyres, and clutches (if applicable to this transmission) will have experienced more wear than a lower-mileage equivalent. The relatively short intervals between tests, generally every six months, suggest the vehicle has remained in regular use throughout, with no prolonged off-road periods that might have introduced issues such as seized brakes or deteriorated rubber components. Although the MOT history does not flag any suspension or brake-related advisories, a high-mileage Mondeo of this vintage should be inspected with particular attention to the front suspension components. Check the lower control arms, wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and front strut top mounts by pushing down firmly on each front corner and listening for clonks or knocking over uneven surfaces. The steering should feel tight without excess play, and any vagueness through the centre point could indicate worn tie rod ends or rack wear. On a test drive, listen for any groaning or creaking from the front end when turning at low speed, which can be indicative of worn anti-roll bar bushes common on higher-mileage Mondeos. The braking system, while not flagged in the MOT record, warrants a thorough physical inspection given the annual mileage. The brake discs and pads should be measured for remaining thickness, and any lip on the disc edges felt by running a finger around the circumference should be assessed. On the road, the pedal should feel firm without excessive travel, and any judder under braking, particularly from the front, may suggest warped front discs. The rear calipers on Mondeos are known to seize gradually, so each rear wheel should spin freely by hand when off the ground, and the handbrake should hold firmly on a modest incline without needing excessive lever travel. Finally, although no exhaust or structural advisories have been recorded, a check underneath for any developing corrosion on the rear subframe mounting points, brake pipes along the underbody, and the exhaust mounting rubbers is advisable given the vehicle's age and mileage.