2016 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · LR16 WWC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 110,969 miles resulted in a pass, it revealed emerging oil leaks and significant corrosion across various suspension components. The trend shows that the owner only addresses repairs when they trigger an MOT failure, evidenced by the September 2024 test where the rear brake pads and discs required immediate replacement to achieve a subsequent pass. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. Between the September 2022 and September 2025 tests, the car covered 29,715 miles, which aligns with standard national averages. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle has been subjected to regular operating conditions, though the delay in replacing consumable items like wiper blades and brake pads indicates that components are often run to the point of failure rather than replaced at scheduled intervals. A buyer must perform a thorough undercarriage inspection to assess the extent of the corrosion noted in 2025, as the undertray currently masks the tester's view of potential engine and transmission leaks. The recurring mentions of brake wear and tyre wear suggest that the suspension geometry may also be nearing the end of its service life. Given that the front tyres were flagged as perished and worn in the latest record, a physical check of the rubber bushings and suspension mounts is essential to ensure no structural degradation has progressed beyond surface rust.