2016 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · FH66 FLC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in preventative care. While the car passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 119,111 miles, the tester identified multiple issues that were absent in previous years. The appearance of a worn offside rear tyre and low front tyres, combined with worn front suspension arm bushes, indicates that the current owner is delaying routine consumable replacements until they reach a failure point or advisory threshold. At 119,111 miles over ten years, the Ford Mondeo has averaged approximately 11,900 miles per annum, which aligns perfectly with typical UK usage for a family car. The mileage progression is consistent, with intervals of roughly 10,000 miles between annual tests. However, the sharp failure in September 2024 at 108,550 miles due to a deep-cut nearside rear tyre suggests that the vehicle was driven with a significant safety defect before the re-test, highlighting a lack of pre-MOT safety checks between official DVSA inspections. A buyer must prioritise the front suspension geometry during a physical inspection. The September 2025 advisory regarding worn suspension arm pins or bushes is a mechanical concern that will lead to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if not addressed. Furthermore, the recurring pattern of edge-worn tyres noted in 2022 and 2025 suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn shock absorbers that require professional investigation. You should also verify the remaining depth of all four tyres, as the history shows a habit of operating them near the legal limit.