2011 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · FP60 KCJ

The vehicle's MOT history shows a declining trend in maintenance standards, moving from a period of clean passes to recurring consumable failures. The most recent test on 21 November 2023 at 188,533 miles resulted in a failure due to an ineffective offside windscreen wiper and an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. While the vehicle passed on the retest, the presence of these defects suggests a shift toward reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is high for a 2011 vehicle, averaging approximately 12,500 miles per year. The record shows consistent usage, with the mileage increasing from 105,540 in January 2018 to 188,533 by November 2023. This steady progression indicates the car has been used regularly for long-distance or frequent commuting rather than sitting idle. The lack of recorded defects between 2015 and 2020 suggests a period of stable mechanical health, but the recent uptick in failures indicates that the high mileage is beginning to impact the vehicle's upkeep. A buyer should focus heavily on the condition of the tyres and wheel alignment. The MOT record shows a persistent pattern of tyre wear issues, with faults flagged in July 2014, November 2021, October 2022, and November 2023. The recurring mention of tyres being worn on the edge suggests potential underlying issues with suspension geometry, such as worn bushes, bent steering components, or incorrect camber settings. Given the high mileage, a thorough inspection of the suspension system and braking components is necessary. While the record does not show structural corrosion or brake failures, the recent failure of a windscreen wiper and the repeated tyre issues point toward a neglect of basic consumables. An inspection of the drivetrain and all rubber components is advised to ensure the vehicle's high-mileage usage has not compromised its long-term reliability.