2008 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Diesel · FN08 JWX

The 2008 Ford Mondeo presents a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 11 January 2024 at 158,059 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the two prior annual tests in January 2023 and January 2022 which also passed cleanly at 154,293 and 150,900 miles respectively. The absence of any advisories or failures across this three-year span indicates the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that satisfies statutory roadworthiness without escalating concerns. Annual mileage averages roughly 3,800 miles between the recorded tests, well below the 8,781 miles per year lifetime average for an 18-year-old car. The owner accumulated only 3,766 miles in 2023 and 2,393 miles in 2022, suggesting lighter recent use than the vehicle saw earlier in life. The MOT data is sparse in detail, showing three consecutive passes with no faults listed, so no consumable wear or mechanical degradation is documented in the official record. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the car's age and 158,059 miles. Standing periods implied by low recent mileage can accelerate corrosion on structural members and brake components even when the tester recorded no defects. Examine subframes, sills, and exhaust system for rust, and confirm tyre sidewalls have not perished from disuse. The clean history implies previous owners addressed issues before each test rather than letting advisories accumulate. Verify service records to confirm fluids, timing belt, and clutch wear were attended to outside the MOT scope, as the DVSA data alone cannot evidence such upkeep.