2007 Ford Mondeo 2.2L Diesel · EN56 NNO

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent test on January 2026 at 157,063 miles, this followed a failure just day prior involving critical structural defects. The presence of excessive corrosion on the offside rear suspension mounting areas on both the inner and outer sills is a significant concern that suggests the vehicle's structural integrity is compromised, despite the immediate pass following reported repairs or re-testing. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. There is a steady progression of 4,000 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, followed by over 8,000 miles in the year leading up to the January 2026 test. This consistent usage suggests the car is driven regularly rather than sitting for long periods, though the increased mileage in the final year likely accelerated the wear seen on rubber components and the acceleration of surface rust noted in the latest records. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sills and suspension mounting points to verify the extent of the corrosion reported in January 2026. The tester previously flagged free play in the offside front steering rack, which is a mechanical wear item that requires close monitoring to ensure steering precision and safety. Additionally, the fluctuating front service brakes indicate warped discs or uneven pad material that will eventually require replacement, while the previous failure of corroded fuel pipes represents a high-risk fire hazard that must have been properly replaced with modern equivalents.