2007 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · EN56 UWS

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of escalating corrosion and wear on rubber components. While the most recent test in September 2024 at 147,752 miles passed, the tester flagged a severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft constant velocity boot. This follows a multi-year pattern of recurring suspension and brake line issues, suggesting that while the car is kept to legal standards, components are only addressed as they fail rather than through preventative maintenance. At 19 years old, the car has covered 147,752 miles, averaging approximately 7,776 miles per year. The mileage data shows a steady, consistent annual growth between 2020 and 2024, with intervals of roughly 1,300 to 2,000 miles between tests. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle is not used for long distances, which often contributes to the type of corrosion seen in the record. The last recorded MOT was conducted nearly two years ago, meaning the current roadworthiness status is outdated relative to today's date. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage and braking system. The record consistently notes corroded brake pipes and corroded coil springs from 2020 through 2023, indicating significant environmental damage to the metalwork. The offside front suspension arm ball joint dust covers were flagged as severely deteriorated in 2021 and 2022, implying the rubber seals in the steering geometry are failing. Attention should also be paid to the non-excessive oil leak noted in 2020 and 2022 to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak. Given that the last MOT was in September 2024, the vehicle is now overdue for a new test. The buyer should verify if the deteriorated CV boot mentioned in late 2024 was actually replaced, as failure here leads to rapid drives joint destruction. The recurring deterioration of registration plates across all five tests indicates a lack of attention to cosmetic upkeep, which may reflect the general approach of the previous owners toward vehicle care.