2005 Ford Mondeo 2.2L Diesel · WD55 NKE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having achieved a clean pass in its latest test in March 2026 at 171,331 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable following a period of intermittent MOT failures, suggesting that the current owner is proactive in addressing mechanical or structural issues identified during annual testing. While the car suffered failures in 2024 and 2025, the subsequent passes without any recorded defects indicate that the previous faults were rectified rather than allowed to persist. At 171,331 miles over 21 years, the Mondeo has averaged approximately 8,159 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage for an older family car. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with the roughly 8,000 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 7,285 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This regular operation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often causes brake seizing or seal degradation, though the high mileage remains a factor. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas most prone to wear on a high-mileage Ford of this era. Given the previous failures, a close look at the suspension bushes, wish arms, and coil springs is necessary to ensure no new play has developed. The buyer should also verify the structural integrity of the sills and rear wheel arches for corrosion, as these are common points of failure on vehicles of this age. Checking the brake system for binding calipers or thin discs will confirm if the recent repairs have maintained a high standard of operation.