2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · ML60 OTD

The 2010 Ford Mondeo presents a stable but mechanically tired roadworthiness profile as of its most recent MOT on 13 December 2025 at 135,120 miles. The vehicle has passed every recorded test, yet the advisory pattern reveals a gradual accumulation of wear rather than diligent preventative maintenance. The December 2025 test flagged front and rear inner brake pads wearing thin on both sides alongside two defective exhaust mountings, indicating the car is now running on consumables that are approaching or at the point of replacement. The recurring exhaust mounting defect, appearing in three of the last four tests, suggests a persistent issue that has been managed rather than properly resolved, pointing to a pattern of minimal intervention between annual tests. The mileage progression tells a story of consistent but modest use. Between the January 2022 test at 102,714 miles and the December 2025 test at 135,120 miles, the car covered roughly 32,400 miles over nearly four years, averaging around 8,100 miles annually. This aligns closely with the typical 8,445 miles per year expected for a vehicle of this age. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record, and the steady accumulation implies regular road use rather than prolonged standing, which reduces the risk of deterioration from sitting idle. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the exhaust system and braking components. The repeated exhaust mounting defect across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests raises the likelihood of secondary damage to the exhaust back box, catalytic converter, or front downpipe flexi-joint from excessive movement. Have the underside checked for heat shielding displacement and cracked welds. The December 2025 advisory on both front and rear inner pads wearing thin means a full brake strip-down is imminent. Inspect disc thickness and condition simultaneously, as deferred pad changes often score or warp the discs beyond minimum thickness. Tyre condition also warrants close attention. The 2024 test recorded cuts on both the offside rear and nearside rear tyres, and the 2023 test flagged the nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. Edge wear on the nearside front points to possible tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes, so check the inner sidewalls of all four tyres and have a four-wheel alignment check carried out before purchase. The repeated presence of child seats obstructing adult belt inspections is a minor housekeeping issue but worth noting if the vehicle has seen heavy family use, which would increase wear on seat mechanisms and interior trim.