2009 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Diesel · EX59 VBD

The vehicle presents an inconsistent maintenance history with a clear trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive mechanical care. While the most recent recorded test in August 2021 at 135,374 miles was a pass, it followed two significant failures within a single week. The lack of any MOT records between August 2021 and 2026 suggests the vehicle has either been off the road or operated without testing, which raises immediate concerns regarding its current roadworthiness and the state of rubber and fluid components. At 17 years of age, the recorded 135,374 miles represent an average of approximately 8,000 miles per annum, which is consistent with low-intensity usage. However, the data shows a rapid accumulation of over 10,000 miles between August 2020 and August 2021. This period of higher use correlates with multiple mechanical failures, including a split offside front drive shaft boot and an exhaust emissions failure at 124,745 miles, indicating that the vehicle's components were subjected to significant stress during that interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry and drivetrain integrity. The 2021 failures flagged worn trailing arm bushes on both rears and uneven tyre wear on the front axle, suggesting misalignment or worn suspension components. The previous failure of the CV boot necessitates a physical check of the drive shaft joints for grease leakage or play-related damage. Furthermore, given the emissions failure in 2021, the engine's health and fuel system efficiency should be verified to ensure the issue has not returned since the last recorded test.