2013 Ford Mondeo 1.6L Diesel · SB13 WPL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear improving trend in mechanical presentation. The most recent inspection conducted on 15 January 2025 at 114,297 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While the history shows instances of failure in previous years, the subsequent clean passes suggest that the current or recent owner proactively addressed identified faults and maintained the vehicle to a functional standard. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car covered 6,938 miles, while it added 4,177 miles between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests. This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than long periods of standing, which reduces the risk of seized calipers or perished suspension components. The lack of significant gaps in the testing interval indicates the vehicle has been kept on a consistent annual schedule. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific areas that caused the failures in 2023 and 2024, although the specific defect codes were not detailed in this summary. Given the age and mileage of this Mondeo, a close look at the suspension rubber bushes and control arm joints is essential, as these are common points of wear on this chassis. Additionally, check for corrosion on the rear subframe and the condition of the brake lines to ensure the recent clean MOT records reflect sound structural integrity rather than just a temporary fix.