2005 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Petrol · KL05 AUN

The vehicle presents a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent test on 23 July 2026 at 91,653 miles confirming a pass despite several advisory items. While the car has consistently passed its inspections, the frequency of advisories regarding rubber components and braking surfaces suggests a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The most recent record highlights a corroded offside front brake pipe and perishing tyres, indicating that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, age-related degradation is becoming more prevalent. The mileage history shows a low-use pattern consistent with a vehicle that has covered roughly 4,364 miles per year over its 21-year lifespan. The progression from 44,809 miles in May 2014 to 91,653 miles in July 2026 is steady, though the low annual distance likely contributes to the specific types of wear observed. The record shows the vehicle has spent significant time in service with no major gaps in testing, although the low mileage may explain why rubber components like tyre sidewalls and anti-roll bar dust covers are perishing from age rather than tread wear. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the condition of the suspension and braking systems. The MOT history shows a recurring trend of deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers, which appeared in 2022, 2023, and 2025. The presence of a corroded brake pipe in the 2026 test, following a failure for damaged rear brake hoses in July 2022, suggests that the braking hardware is susceptible to corrosion. The 2022 failure also noted excessive blue smoke during acceleration, which may indicate underlying engine wear that warrants a thorough inspection of the compression and oil consumption. Inspection of the chassis and underside is also necessary due to the 2024 advisory regarding corroded rear suspension components. Although the tester noted this was not seriously weakened at that time, the combination of low mileage and age increases the risk of structural oxidation in hard-to-reach areas. The buyer should also verify that the recent advisories regarding worn brake discs and perishing tyres have been addressed, as these represent standard consumable wear that has been allowed to reach the advisory stage.