2017 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · KB61 BAB

A consistent and uninterrupted pattern of clean MOT passes defines this 2017 Ford Mondeo, with five consecutive annual tests from February 2022 through February 2026 all recorded as advisories-free. There are no advisories, no advisories for corrosion, no brake warnings, and no suspension or exhaust defects logged at any point in the recorded history, suggesting that the wear-prone items typically associated with a nine-year-old car have not yet crossed DVSA advisory thresholds. The February 2026 pass is the most recent confirmation of roadworthiness, and with each subsequent test returning a clean sheet, the vehicle demonstrates a stable, non-deteriorating trend rather than one of emerging mechanical concerns. The absence of any advisories on items such as brake discs, pads, tyres, coil springs, or bushes indicates either light wear, attentive replacement between tests, or both. With 83,417 miles recorded against a nine-year span, the Mondeo has averaged approximately 9,269 miles per year, a figure that sits comfortably within the typical range for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no anomalous spikes in annual mileage between test dates and no prolonged gaps that would suggest the car was laid up for extended periods, which removes the usual concerns around seized brakes, deteriorated rubber seals, perished tyres, or 12V battery degradation associated with long-term storage. Continuous annual testing combined with steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has remained in active service, allowing consumables to be replaced on a natural wear cycle rather than suffering from the prolonged static loading that accelerates component fatigue. From a buyer inspection perspective, the clean MOT record does not remove the need for a physical appraisal, particularly on a high-mileage family estate of this age. Attention should be directed to the front suspension, specifically the lower control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and wishbone bearings, as these are known Mondeo wear items that can begin to knock or induce imprecise steering well before they trigger an MOT advisory. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking over uneven surfaces, particularly at low speed, and feel for any vagueness in the steering or vibration through the wheel under braking, which could point to worn wishbone or track rod end geometry. Inspect the alloy wheels and tyres closely for uneven inner-edge wear, a classic indicator of suspension geometry out of alignment from worn components. The braking system should also be examined physically even though no advisories have been raised. With this level of mileage, the front brake discs may be approaching the point where they require replacement, and a binding caliper or a slightly warped disc will not always be flagged at MOT if it remains within tolerance. During the test drive, apply the brakes firmly from around 40 mph and check for any steering pull to one side, any judder felt through the pedal, or any grinding noise. The underside of the vehicle should be examined on a ramp for any signs of oil seepage from the engine or transmission, exhaust corrosion at the mounting points, and condition of the fuel and brake lines, all of which are areas that can deteriorate on a car of this age and mileage without yet registering as a test failure. A comprehensive pre-purchase inspection by a qualified independent technician remains strongly advisable.