2008 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · ML08 AAE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent testing. The September 2024 MOT test passed with no recorded defects, which follows a period of clean passes in 2023 and 2021. While a failure was recorded in November 2022, the vehicle cleared the re-test on the same day, indicating that the identified mechanical issues were rectified immediately rather than becoming a recurring trend. At 172,462 miles, this 2008 Mondeo has averaged approximately 9,600 miles per year. This usage aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent testing intervals between 2021 and 2024, though the specific mileage for each individual year is not provided in the data. The lack of rapid mileage accumulation in the last three years suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme high-intensity use during this recent period. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity and suspension components, as high-mileage vehicles often suffer from accelerated corrosion and rubber wear. Although the recent tests showed no defects, the high mileage increases the likelihood of worn suspension bushes, perished coil springs, or leaking shock absorbers. Particular attention should be paid to the brake system for signs of binding calipers or thinning discs, as the MOT only identifies these issues once they reach a legal failure threshold. Buying score: 68 Risk level: Low.