2008 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Diesel · EX58 MXW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent inspection. The MOT conducted on 07 July 2023 at 116,684 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the car met all minimum standards at that time. While the history shows failures in June 2022 and June 2023, the immediate passes following these tests suggest that the owner addressed and rectified identified faults promptly rather than allowing them to persist. At a recorded mileage of 116,684 miles, the usage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression between the 2021 test at 100,738 miles and the 2022 test at 107,770 miles, followed by a further 9,000 miles over the following year. This relatively low annual mileage suggests the car has been used for local trips rather than heavy long-distance transit, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components but can sometimes mask issues. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, given the vehicle's age. Despite the clean recent pass, 2008 Mondeos are prone to age-related corrosion on the sills, subframes, and rear wheel arches. Since the last recorded test was nearly three years ago relative to current dates, it is vital to check the rubber-mounted control arm bushes for cracking or tearing and inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or binding calipers from periods of inactivity. The lack of advisories in the final record suggests the car was in good condition in 2023, but the elapsed time since that MOT necessitates a thorough check of current fluid leaks and tyre age.