2013 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · SN13 YCO

The 2013 Ford Mondeo presents a maintenance trend that has shifted from stable to concerning, primarily due to the severe lapse in its MOT status. The most recent test occurred on 29 July 2022 at 134,804 miles, meaning the vehicle has been without a valid MOT for nearly four years as of June 2026. While the 2022 test passed, it flagged an advisory for an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and on the edge. The preceding test in July 2021 required a retest after failing on worn front brake discs, a defective wiper, and an incorrect headlamp aim. The owner addressed these immediate failures to pass later that day, but the recurring nature of the brake disc wear suggests a pattern of deferred maintenance rather than proactive component renewal. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 10,370 miles per year. Between July 2019 and August 2020, the car covered 17,691 miles, indicating regular, sustained use. However, the recorded mileage has remained completely static at 134,804 miles since the July 2021 test. This stagnation over a five-year period implies the vehicle has either been standing unused for a considerable time or the current recorded mileage does not reflect genuine recent operation. A stationary vehicle of this age poses distinct risks, including seized brake calipers, perished rubber suspension bushes, and degraded tyres, none of which are captured by the outdated MOT record. A prospective buyer must approach this Mondeo assuming it requires a comprehensive mechanical re-commissioning. The static mileage and four-year testing gap necessitate a thorough inspection of the braking system, specifically checking for binding calipers and corrosion on the brake discs, given the historical advisories regarding pitting and wear. The tyre condition demands immediate scrutiny; the 2022 advisory for a worn offside rear tyre, combined with prolonged standing, strongly suggests widespread perishing and flat-spotting across all four corners. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for deterioration, as inactivity accelerates the degradation of rubber components. Ultimately, the lack of recent testing and the stationary mileage record indicate a vehicle that has likely been neglected, requiring significant investment to restore structural integrity and roadworthiness.