2015 Ford Mondeo 1.5L Petrol · RO15 ENV

A pattern of component wear and recurring advisories dominates the MOT history of this 2015 Ford Mondeo, with the vehicle passing its most recent test on 7 August 2026 with no defects recorded, though the broader picture is less reassuring. Across the recorded tests the car has produced two failures, several advisories, and a notable cluster of issues concentrated around the suspension, tyres, and braking system. The 2024 test sequence is particularly informative: a failed attempt on 7 August cited a nearside rear tyre cut deep enough to reach the ply or cords as a major defect, alongside advisories for a corroded nearside front coil spring and a rear tyre cut of lesser depth, before a pass was secured the following day once the dangerous tyre was replaced. Earlier, in August 2022, the car failed on wiper and washer functionality, with the brake disc ridging issue also flagged on the same date. Combined with repeated tyre wear advisories in 2023, ridged front brake discs in 2022, and a corroded front coil spring in 2024, the record suggests a vehicle that has been accumulating wear-related defects at a steady rate rather than presenting a clean bill of roadworthiness. Mileage of 106,283 over roughly eleven years equates to an average annual accumulation of around 9,660 miles, which is broadly typical for a car of this age and is consistent with regular mixed-use driving rather than long-term storage or exclusively short journeys. There are no significant gaps in the testing record, with annual MOTs consistently recorded from 2021 through 2026, indicating continuous use on the road throughout the period. This steady utilisation pattern means mechanical wear on consumables and chassis parts is proportionate to the mileage covered, and there is no evidence to suggest either the accelerated wear associated with very high annual mileage or the brake, fluid, and corrosion issues that frequently affect vehicles left standing for extended periods. For a prospective buyer, the coil spring corrosion flagged in 2024 deserves particular attention on a physical inspection and test drive, as corroded front coil springs on Mondeos of this generation are not uncommon and can progress between tests. With the vehicle in question, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, and check for uneven ride height or a harsh, bouncy response over undulations, all of which can indicate advanced spring deterioration. Inspect the nearside front spring visually for any surface flaking, and also examine the nearside front tyre for uneven inner or outer shoulder wear, which often accompanies a weakened spring. The 2024 advisory was issued before the most recent test, and there is no recorded evidence in the MOT history that the spring was replaced, so confirming its present condition independently is worthwhile. Brake-related concerns are the second priority. The front brake discs were noted as worn and ridged in August 2022, and although no further brake advisories have appeared since, ridging indicates measurable disc wear that would typically progress over the intervening four years. During a test drive, apply the brakes firmly from around 40 mph and feel for vibration or pulsation through the pedal, which is characteristic of distorted discs, and listen for any grinding or scraping noises that might suggest pad material is now nearing the backing plate. The replacement of a nearside rear tyre in 2024, combined with the earlier nearside front tyre edge wear advisories in 2023, also warrants a close look at the current set of tyres for matching brand, size, and tread depth across both axles. Finally, the minor registration plate lamp defect recorded in 2025 is trivial and likely a simple bulb or LED replacement, but confirming that all exterior lighting functions correctly is a sensible precaution given that washer and wiper functionality also failed in 2022.