2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · ML62 NVW

The 2012 Ford Mondeo passed its most recent MOT on July 1, 2025, with no defects recorded at 121,698 miles. This marks a stable maintenance trend over the past two years, as all preceding tests—including the December 2023 and December 2022 examinations—also resulted in clean passes with no advisories or failures. The sole anomaly was a failed retest on July 8, 2024, at the same mileage as the initial test (107,310 miles), though no specific faults were logged, suggesting either a minor oversight or a temporary administrative issue rather than a recurring mechanical problem. The absence of repeated advisories or defects in the MOT history indicates the vehicle has not exhibited persistent issues with critical systems such as suspension, brakes, or emissions during its most recent tests. The recorded mileage of 121,698 miles over roughly 14 years aligns with typical usage patterns for this vehicle’s age, averaging around 8,700 miles annually. There are no significant gaps in service intervals that would raise immediate concern, though the 2024 retest—spanning just one week between the initial failure and pass—stands out as an unusual repetition. The December 2023 to July 2024 interval (approximately seven months) and the July 2024 to July 2025 interval (12 months) reflect consistent testing cadences, though the lack of mileage between the December 2022 and December 2023 tests (around 13,000 miles) suggests the vehicle may have been stationary or lightly used during that period. No advisories in prior tests imply no deferred repairs were left unresolved. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components typical for this vehicle’s age and mileage. Focus on the suspension system, particularly the condition of coil springs, bushes, and dampers, as these often degrade over 14 years and 120,000 miles. The brakes warrant close examination, especially rear calipers and discs, to check for uneven wear or binding—though none were flagged in recent tests, prolonged use could introduce hidden corrosion or glazing. Structural integrity should be assessed for signs of corrosion in wheel arches, sills, and subframes, areas prone to rust in older models. While the MOT record shows no recent faults, these areas are where silent degradation often begins.