2011 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · LC11 HHD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs and recurring mechanical wear. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 155,197 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior. That failure identified multiple electrical faults and developing suspension issues that had to be addressed immediately. The presence of corroded coil springs and worn bushes as advisories suggests that the previous owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,300 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with 4,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 2,148 miles covered between January 2025 and January 2026. This regular use suggests the car is driven regularly, which explains the progressive degradation of consumable components like brake discs and suspension bushings noted throughout the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension sub-assembly. The tester has repeatedly flagged worn suspension arm pins and bushes at both the front and rear of the vehicle over the last two years. More critically, the corrosion on both rear coil springs noted in January 2026 indicates a structural risk that could lead to a snapped spring if left untreated. The braking system also requires close scrutiny, as the 2024 failure specifically highlighted pitted front brake discs and pads worn to the wear indicator. The vehicle's electrical system appears prone to neglect, with multiple failures involving registration plate lamps, position lamps, and the horn. While these were rectified for the latest pass, the frequency suggests a lack of attention to basic electrical upkeep. Any purchaser should verify that all external lighting is functioning correctly and check for further signs of corrosion in the chassis areas beyond the flagged springs.