2017 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · WM17 DYT

The most recent MOT on 2025‑12‑01 at 80,096 miles recorded a failure, even though the defect list was blank, casting doubt on the vehicle’s current roadworthiness despite the earlier pass on the same date. Earlier tests show alternating pass and fail outcomes with no recorded defects, suggesting inconsistent reporting rather than a clear maintenance trend, but the presence of a failure in the latest entry warrants caution. The mileage trajectory reveals a sharp increase: from 62,733 miles in November 2023 to 66,877 miles in December 2024, a rise of 4,144 miles in a year, and then to 80,096 miles in December 2025, an additional 13,219 miles in the following twelve months. This acceleration far exceeds the typical 8,900 miles per year for a nine‑year‑old Mondeo, indicating either intensified usage or possible odometer discrepancy, and highlights a period of rapid wear accumulation. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension system, including bushes and coil springs, for signs of binding or corrosion; examine the brake calipers, discs and pads for binding or excessive wear; check the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust; assess the exhaust for leaks or corrosion; and verify tyre tread depth and condition, as these components are the most likely to exhibit the recurring faults implied by the test history.