2012 Ford Mondeo 1.6L Diesel · JC02 ALE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in September 2025 at 164,661 miles passed with a single defect regarding the high-level stop lamp. This specific fault is a recurring issue, having appeared in the 2024 tests, suggesting that basic electrical checks are being overlooked between annual inspections. Despite these minor electrical lapses, the vehicle maintained a clean record during 2022 and 2023, indicating a period of mechanical stability. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per year. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered 2,869 miles, which represents a lower usage profile. The interval between September 2024 and 2025 saw an increase of 2,636 miles, maintaining a steady rate of accumulation. The total mileage of over 164,000 miles indicates that the drivetrain and suspension components have undergone significant wear typical of high-mileage Ford use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the lighting alignment and tyre condition, as the 2024 failure for an offside front tyre reaching the cords and incorrect headlight aim highlights a tendency for owners to ignore safety-critical items until a test fails. Since no structural corrosion or brake issues were flagged in the history, a thorough check of the underside for rust on the suspension mounting remains necessary. Given the age and mileage, verifying the integrity of the rubber components and the high-level stop lamp wiring is essential to ensure the recurring electrical faults are fully resolved.