2007 Ford Mondeo 2.2L Diesel · KD07 OKK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the history reveals a volatile period of severe mechanical and structural neglect. While it passed its most recent test on 10 December 2025 at 140,997 miles, this followed two catastrophic failures within a single week. The maintenance trend shows a sharp decline from minor wear to critical failures in late 2025, suggesting the vehicle was only repaired to meet minimum legal requirements rather than through a proactive preventative schedule. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 140,997 miles represents an annual average of approximately 7,400 miles, which is consistent with typical low-intensity usage. However, the data shows a significant burst of activity in late 2025. The car covered nearly 10,000 miles between the December 2024 test and the December 2025 tests in just one year. This rapid accumulation indicates the vehicle was being used heavily shortly before the failures, which likely correlates with the rapid degradation of the exhaust and structural components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sills and body mounting points. The December 1 2025 failure identified excessive corrosion affecting the strength of the nearside and offside rear sills, which is a major safety risk if not professionally welded and treated. Furthermore, the test record shows a missing catalytic converter and a tampered diesel particulate filter during the December 8 2025 failure. You should verify that the entire exhaust system was actually replaced with quality components rather than merely patched, as the previous black smoke and emissions failures indicate significant engine management issues. Attention is also required for the suspension and fuel lines. The 2023 record flagged corroded nearside rear brake pipes and fuel pipes, alongside play in the nearside front track rod end. Given the structural rust found later, you must ensure that corrosion has not continued to spread. The recurring nature of exhaust leaks and emissions failures suggests the previous owner ignored fundamental engine health until it forced an MOT failure, increasing the likelihood of hidden mechanical wear in the drivetrain.