2009 Ford Mondeo 2.0L Diesel · YP59 YFE

Based on the official DVSA MOT records, this 2009 Ford Mondeo presents a mixed maintenance picture with a worsening trend in the most recent test cycle. The vehicle passed its latest MOT on 1 August 2025 at 129,676 miles, but only after a failure on the same day flagged a non-functioning nearside front position lamp, a worn nearside front tyre, and a severely deteriorated constant velocity boot on the nearside front drive shaft. The CV boot failure is notable because it was already an advisory in the prior year's test, suggesting a known defect was left unrepaired for twelve months. The tester also flagged a worn tyre on the same test date, indicating basic consumable upkeep was not completed before the re-test. Overall, the record shows a pattern of deferred repairs rather than proactive maintenance, which raises concerns about how other unattended components may have fared. The mileage progression tells a story of very light recent use. Between August 2023 at 113,246 miles and August 2024 at 122,957 miles, the car covered roughly 9,700 miles. However, between August 2024 and August 2025, it added just 6,719 miles. The recorded mileage of 129,676 at the most recent test means the vehicle has effectively stood still for the past ten months as of June 2026. While the annual average of approximately 7,600 miles is typical for a car of this age, the sharp drop in recent usage raises the possibility of prolonged sitting, which can cause brake disc surface corrosion, tyre flat-spotting, and seized components. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and drivetrain. The recurring nearside front CV boot deterioration and the worn front brake discs flagged in both 2023 and 2024 suggest the front end has seen sustained stress without timely intervention. The rear suspension has a documented history of corrosion and wear, with a corroded rear lower suspension arm noted in 2024 and a worn rear trailing arm bush appearing in both 2023 and 2024. These are structural components, not consumables, and their condition directly affects handling and structural integrity. The central exhaust mounting was defective in both 2023 and 2024, yet the 2025 pass did not reference it, so a buyer should verify whether it was genuinely repaired or simply masked. Tyre condition across the record is inconsistent. Exposed ply and deep cuts were flagged in 2024, and a worn tyre edge appeared in 2025. This pattern suggests tyre inspections were not routine, and a buyer should carefully examine all four sidewalls and tread depths for uneven wear or age-related cracking, particularly given the long stationary period. Brake caliper operation should also be checked, as worn discs combined with a binding risk were noted in 2024. The overall record points to a vehicle that has been driven gently but maintained reactively, and any purchase decision should hinge on a thorough independent inspection of the suspension, drivetrain, and braking system.