2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · NG10 DNV

The vehicle holds a valid MOT as of 31 January 2022, passing with a minor oil leak recorded (8.4.1 (a) (i)). This pass follows a failure on 29 January 2022 that flagged rear indicator colour errors and excessive play in the off‑side rear track‑rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i)). No further major defects have appeared in the record, so the overall roadworthiness is acceptable for a 2010 Mondeo, though the oil leak remains an unresolved consumable issue. The maintenance trend is stable, with earlier failures having been corrected and no new serious faults emerging since the latest test. Across sixteen years the odometer shows 145,925 miles, averaging roughly 9,100 miles per year – a typical usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. Mileage increments are consistent: from 51,337 miles in October 2015 to 63,498 miles in October 2016, a rise of about 12,000 miles in one year, then a steady climb to 145,925 miles by January 2022. No large unexplained gaps appear, suggesting regular use rather than prolonged storage. A prospective buyer should focus on the recurring items noted in the MOT history. Inspect the rear track‑rod ends and ball‑joint play, especially the off‑side rear joint flagged in 2022, and verify that the oil leak source is identified and repaired. Examine the rear brake pipe and rear coil spring for corrosion, both highlighted repeatedly from 2019 onward, and confirm that the rear exhaust heat shield and related brackets are secure. Tyre tread on all four wheels should be measured, as several tests (2020, 2020, 2018) recorded tyres worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. Finally, ensure both rear direction indicators illuminate correctly and that the indicator lenses are free of discoloration. Addressing these points will confirm whether the vehicle’s minor defects have been fully rectified and whether any latent corrosion or wear could affect future reliability.