2007 Ford Mondeo 2.2L Diesel · KD07 OKZ

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that suggests reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent MOT recorded in August 2022 at 174,115 miles was a pass, it revealed multiple defects including worn suspension bushes, pitted brake discs, and an oil leak. Given that this last test is now nearly four years old, the vehicle's current mechanical state is unverified and potentially hazardous. The history shows a recurring pattern of mechanical failures that are only addressed after failing a test. The mileage accumulation of 174,115 miles over 19 years aligns with a standard annual usage of approximately 9,000 miles. However, however, there is a significant gap in recorded data between August 2021 and August 2022, where the vehicle covered nearly 27,000 miles in a single year. This burst of activity, following a critical failure in August 2021 at 147,239 miles due to excessive emissions and severe brake wear, indicates periods where the car was driven heavily while neglecting basic service intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system, as these areas show consistent degradation. The tester flagged worn anti-roll bar linkages and suspension arm bushes in 2022, while the 2021 failure revealed dangerously thin pads and worn discs. The 2020 failure also highlighted a fractured nearside coil spring and leaking shock absorbers, suggesting the suspension geometry is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the oil leak noted in 2022 requires immediate investigation to determine if it is a minor gasket seep or a significant engine fault.