2004 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · JB02 TLB

The 2004 Ford Mondeo presents a stable roadworthiness status with no recorded defects across its four most recent MOT tests. The latest examination on 26 February 2025 at 116,473 miles returned a clean pass with no advisories, continuing an unbroken sequence of satisfactory results since at least 2022. This consistent test performance indicates the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets statutory requirements without recurring mechanical or structural concerns. Recorded mileage shows light use for a 22-year-old car. The odometer advanced from 103,834 miles at the 28 February 2022 test to 108,043 miles in February 2023, then 113,701 miles by 7 March 2024, reaching 116,473 miles in February 2025. Annual accumulation averaged under 3,500 miles across this period, well below typical figures. Such low progression suggests extended idle periods or short-distance commuting, which can conceal corrosion or perished rubber components despite clean test sheets. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe integrity given the vehicle's age and likely standing time. The absence of advisories means the tester noted no immediate wear, yet DVSA thresholds for structural rust and brake disc condition tighten over time. Examine brake calipers for binding after storage and verify exhaust emissions remain within limits under load. The maintenance record implies a previous owner who addressed statutory failures promptly and avoided neglect, reflected in four consecutive passes with no minor consumable flags such as tyres or wiper blades. Given the clean history, the principal risk lies in age-related degradation unseen during a stationary test rather than documented fault trends.