2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · SB10 EXR

The overall roadworthiness status of this Mondeo is currently compromised, with a worsening maintenance trend culminating in a failed MOT on 12 September 2024 at 106,126 miles. The absence of recorded defects on the failure certificate is highly irregular and suggests either a procedural issue during the test or an inability of the examiner to complete the standard assessment. This failure follows a pattern of rejected tests in 2022 and 2023, both of which also curiously list no defects despite failing. The vehicle has remained without a valid MOT for nearly two years, indicating a significant lapse in basic upkeep and rendering it illegal to drive on public roads until a fresh pass is secured. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 6,600 miles annually. Between the August 2022 pass at 89,099 miles and the August 2023 test at 96,986 miles, the car covered 7,887 miles, increasing slightly to 9,140 miles over the following thirteen months leading to the September 2024 failure. The recorded mileage has remained static at 106,126 miles since the last test. This stagnation implies the vehicle has been standing idle for an extended period, which introduces its own mechanical risks such as flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, and degraded rubber suspension bushes from prolonged static loading. A physical inspection must prioritize verifying the structural integrity and mechanical condition of a car that has sat stationary since its last failure. Buyers should closely examine the brake discs for surface corrosion and check the calipers for binding, a common issue when vehicles stand unused. The suspension components, particularly the coil springs and trailing arm bushes, require scrutiny for cracks or deterioration. Tyre condition demands attention, as older rubber may exhibit sidewall cracking or flat-spotting. Given the anomalous MOT history where failures occurred without documented defects, a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is essential to uncover the underlying reason for the repeated rejections and assess the true condition of the exhaust emissions and power steering systems.