2016 Ford Mondeo 1.5L Diesel · LP16 XTB

The vehicle presents a consistent and stable maintenance profile with no recorded failures or advisories across the documented MOT history. The most recent test on 19 May 2025 at 93,422 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects noted. This indicates that the vehicle has met the minimum statutory requirements for roadworthiness for several consecutive years without any flagged issues regarding structural integrity, braking efficiency, or lighting. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical domestic use pattern for a ten-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 21,868 miles since the 2022 test, averaging roughly 7,300 miles per year over that period. The data shows a steady progression from 71,554 miles in May 2022 to 93,422 miles in May 2025. This incremental increase suggests regular usage rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate the risk of seized components or perished rubber seals often found in low-mileage vehicles that sit idle. While the MOT record is exceptionally clean, the absence of advisories does not account for the natural wear of consumable components. A physical inspection should focus on the suspension system, specifically checking for perished bushes or leaking shock absorbers, as these often develop without triggering an MOT failure. The buyer should also examine the brake discs for deep scoring or lip formation and check the tyre tread depth and sidewall integrity. Given the mileage, it is prudent to verify the service history to ensure oil changes and fluid replacements have been carried out according to the manufacturer's schedule. Although the MOT history shows no signs of corrosion or mechanical degradation, a thorough check of the underbody for surface rust and an inspection of the drive belts and cooling system would be a sensible precaution for a vehicle approaching the 100,000-mile mark.