2007 Ford Mondeo 2.2L Diesel · RF56 KHG

The Mondeo’s MOT history presents a stable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent test in June 2025 at 149,076 miles passing without any defects. This consistency extends back to January 2024, where the vehicle also cleared its MOT with no advisories or failures—an unusual but positive trend for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The sole anomaly is the January 2022 failure, which occurred at 126,135 miles but lacks recorded defects, suggesting either a minor oversight or a procedural error. The absence of recurring advisories or major faults in the past 12 months indicates that, mechanically, the car has been maintained to a high standard or has simply avoided common wear issues. Mileage accumulation has been steady and predictable, averaging around 7,846 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 19-year-old vehicle. The gap between the January 2022 failure and the January 2022 pass—both at the same mileage—is suspicious, though the lack of defects makes it difficult to interpret. More concerning is the 10-month gap between the 2022 January pass and the January 2023 test, where mileage jumped from 126,135 to 130,085—a relatively slow increase, but one that suggests the car may have been stored or used infrequently during that period. The subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025 show a more regular pattern, with mileage rising predictably by roughly 10,000–11,000 miles per year, reinforcing the impression of consistent but not excessive use. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should still prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components, particularly the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake binding points, which are common failure areas in Mondeos of this age. The lack of advisories on corrosion or structural integrity suggests no immediate rust concerns, but a close check of wheel arches, sills, and underbody panels is prudent. Tyre condition should be verified, as the MOT does not test tread depth beyond the legal minimum, and brake discs should be inspected for uneven wear or glazing. The absence of recorded faults does not guarantee these systems are flawless—some issues may have been addressed privately or avoided through recent servicing. Finally, the January 2022 failure at identical mileage to a passing test warrants further investigation. If no defects were logged, this could imply a clerical error, but it also raises the possibility of intermittent issues that were not consistently caught. A pre-purchase inspection should include a test drive to check for unusual noises, handling quirks, or brake drag, particularly under hard cornering or deceleration. While the MOT history is reassuring, this Mondeo’s age and mileage demand hands-on scrutiny before commitment.