2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · SD60 KMM

The 2010 Ford Mondeo’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-17 confirms it remains roadworthy, though the immediate preceding test on 2025-10-16—just one day earlier—was a failure without recorded defects. This anomaly suggests either a rare administrative oversight or a last-minute rectification of an unrecorded issue. The broader trend over the past three years shows consistency, with no recurring advisories or major defects. However, the lack of defects in failures is unusual; typically, a failure would indicate a specific fault, so this pattern warrants scrutiny of what may have been addressed between tests. The vehicle’s mileage progression of roughly 7,300 miles annually aligns with typical usage for its age, though the gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests—covering 2,900 miles in just over a year—suggests either a period of reduced driving or a deliberate delay in testing. The most recent mileage of 116,798 miles at the 2025 test indicates steady use without extreme acceleration in wear. No extended periods of inactivity are evident, which could imply the vehicle has been regularly driven rather than stored. Given the lack of recorded defects, the most critical areas for an in-person inspection should focus on components prone to wear at this mileage: the suspension system, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often degrade incrementally without immediate MOT failure. The braking system—especially rear calipers and discs—should be checked for binding or uneven wear, as the 2025 failure suggests a possible oversight in brake maintenance. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should also be examined for corrosion, as older Mondeos are susceptible to rust progression. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions should be verified, as catalytic converter efficiency can degrade over time without always triggering an MOT failure.