2015 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · MT15 LDV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward developing structural and suspension issues. After two years of clean MOT records between 2023 and 2025, the most recent inspection in May 2026 revealed multiple defects that caused an initial failure. While the car passed on May 28, 2026 at 143,838 miles, the emergence of several advisories related to corrosion suggests that the vehicle is beginning to age more rapidly. The mileage profile reflects consistent high usage, averaging approximately 13,000 miles per year over the eleven-year life span. Between June 2024 at 107,461 miles and May 2026 at 143,838 miles, the vehicle covered over 36,000 miles in just two years. This rapid accumulation of mileage places significant stress on drivetrain components and the rubber and metal parts of the chassis, which likely explains the sudden appearance of mechanical-related failures and advisories that were not present in previous tests. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and front Macpherson struts. The tester flagged corrosion on these components during the 2026 test, and while currently described as not seriously weakened, rust on structural-bearing members tends to progress over time if not treated. The recorded failure of the nearside upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover also indicates that suspension seals are beginning to perish, which will lead to premature wear of the joints if ignored. The nearside rear tyre was noted as being near the legal limit at 2.5mm, suggesting a lapse in basic consumable maintenance. The fact that this tyre was worn on the edge points to a potential alignment issue or worn bushes that requires attention. Prospective buyers should check all tyres for uneven wear and verify that the reported corrosion on the sub-frame has not progressed into structural perforation since the last MOT.