2011 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Diesel · SA61 EEW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 15, 2026, at 140,102 miles. The maintenance history shows a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive maintenance. The car failed just one day prior to this pass due to both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arm ball joints being excessively worn. While the faults were addressed immediately, the pattern indicates that the previous owner only serviced critical mechanical components once they reached an MOT failure threshold. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,340 miles per year. The record shows a steady increase in usage, with 6,945 miles covered between March 2023 and March 2024, and another 13,464 miles covered in the year leading to the most recent test. This regular usage pattern suggests the car has been used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent dry rot in rubber components and fluid degradation within the braking system. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry given the recent failure of the ball joints and the 2023 advisory regarding inner edge tyre wear. The latter suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn bushings that may not have been fully rectified. The oil leak noted in 2024 requires a close look under the chassis to ensure the rate of loss has not worsened since last recorded. Additionally, since the rear brake pads were flagged as thin in 2025, the remaining life should be measured to confirm they were actually replaced during the last service interval.