2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · FH10 HBO

The 2010 Ford Mondeo presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass at 132,703 miles during the January 2025 test. The maintenance trajectory remains consistent, with no defects recorded in the most recent inspection. A failed test occurred in January 2022 at 109,180 miles, though the record curiously lists no specific defects for that failure, suggesting either a procedural issue or a rectified minor fault that did not carry over to the subsequent pass on the same day. Since then, the vehicle has passed three consecutive MOTs without any advisories or failures, indicating a resolving and currently stable condition. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 8,294 miles annually. Between January 2022 and January 2023, the Mondeo covered 7,175 miles, followed by a 6,775-mile increase over the next twelve months. The most recent period shows a notable slowdown, with only 9,573 miles accumulated between January 2023 and January 2025. This reduced recent mileage suggests lighter use or extended periods of standing, which carries its own implications for consumable degradation like perished rubber suspension bushes and brake disc corrosion. Despite the absence of recorded mechanical faults, the age and mileage necessitate a thorough physical inspection. Buyers should closely examine the structural integrity of the underbody and suspension mounting points for corrosion, a common affliction on vehicles of this vintage. The braking system requires particular scrutiny; standing or light use can lead to binding calipers and uneven brake disc wear, even if the pads and discs passed the recent brake efficiency tests. Inspect the condition of the coil springs for fractures and check the exhaust system for corrosion, especially given the potential for short-journey running that accelerates internal rust formation. Tyre condition and date codes also warrant verification, as older rubber can perish regardless of tread depth.