2002 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Petrol · WA52 AMU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a clean record across its recent inspections. The most recent test conducted in August 2024 at 118,799 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just one day prior. This pattern suggests the previous owner is proactive in rectifying non-compliance issues immediately to ensure the vehicle meets standards. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation in the last three years of testing. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,950 miles per year. Between July 2022 and August 2024, the car covered only 2,537 miles, moving from 116,262 to 118,799 miles. This low rate of use typically indicates reduced wear on drivetrain components and engine internal parts. However, long periods of inactivity can lead to age-related degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes, tyre seals, and brake lines, which are not always captured by a standard MOT test test. A physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor sills, as the MOT record does not detail minor corrosion advisories that often affect older steels. Given the low mileage, the buyer should specifically check for perished sidewalls on tyres and seized brake calipers, which occur when a vehicle sits stationary. Inspecting the suspension geometry for cracking in bushings is also vital, as the low mileage does not prevent the natural breakdown of synthetic materials over two decades.