2008 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · LB08 ABO

The 2008 Ford Mondeo is currently not roadworthy following a failed MOT on 12 January 2023 at 116,184 miles, and the maintenance record indicates a worsening trend rather than improvement. The tester flagged binding rear brakes, excessively worn trailing arm bushes and tyres below the 1.6 mm tread requirement, while earlier passes repeatedly noted worn suspension arm pins and bushes, thin brake pads and tyres approaching the legal limit. At 18 years old the vehicle has accumulated roughly 6,455 miles per year, a figure that aligns with typical usage, though the record shows periods of low mileage accumulation between 2018 and 2021 and a sharp increase of over 11,000 miles in the 16 months from December 2021 to January 2023, suggesting the car has been driven more intensively in recent years. A buyer should first examine the trailing arm suspension components for excessive wear or play in the pin and bush assemblies, as these have been flagged repeatedly since 2015, and verify that the rear brake calipers are not binding and that pad thickness meets the required minimum. Inspection of all four tyres is essential, paying particular attention to tread depth, side wear and any exposed cords, especially the near‑side front tyre which displayed ply or cords in the 2023 test. Finally, check that the boot lid and bonnet latch securely, look for rust or corrosion around suspension mounting points and chassis rails, and confirm that the registration plate lamp functions, since repeated failures in these areas indicate potential structural or mounting deficiencies that could affect long‑term reliability.