2016 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · RV16 DVR

The 2016 Ford Mondeo presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 26 March 2026 at 115,781 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is the most recent MOT entry available, sitting just under three months before today's date, which means the vehicle's roadworthiness certification is current and fresh. Across the full five-test history, every single pass has been defect-free, indicating consistent mechanical upkeep rather than reactive repairs. No recurring faults, advisories, or failures appear at any stage, which is uncommon for a ten-year-old Mondeo and suggests attentive ownership. The mileage progression tells a coherent story. Between the February 2022 test at 86,741 miles and the March 2023 test at 98,023 miles, the car covered roughly 11,282 miles in thirteen months. The gap between March 2023 and March 2024 shows an anomalous reading of 169,712 miles, which is almost certainly a data-entry error on the record, as it implies 71,689 miles in twelve months before dropping back to 110,828 miles by April 2025. Disregarding that outlier, the vehicle has averaged approximately 11,500 miles per year, consistent with typical daily use. The 4,953-mile gap between the April 2025 test and the March 2026 test suggests lighter recent use or a period of reduced driving. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Ten-year-old Mondeos are known to develop corrosion on rear subframes, inner wing arches, and suspension mounting points, particularly if the car has spent time on salted roads. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links should be checked for perishing or play, even though no tester has flagged them. Brake discs, pads, and calipers deserve close attention, as binding calipers and uneven disc wear are common on this model and can develop between tests without triggering an immediate failure. The exhaust system, including the DPF and catalytic converter, should be inspected for leaks or deterioration, and a cold-start test will reveal any emissions-related issues that a warm MOT-day test might mask. Tyre condition and age matter too; rubber degrades on a time basis regardless of tread depth. A short test drive over varied surfaces will expose any emerging suspension clunks, steering vagueness, or gearbox hesitation that a static inspection cannot catch.