2017 FORD MUSTANG5.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. The most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 46,187 miles identified a slight play in the nearside rear wheel bearing. While the car passed, this marks the beginning of mechanical component wear that requires close monitoring, following several years of developing issues with the braking system and tyres. The Mustang has covered low mileage for its nine-year age, averaging approximately 5,132 miles per year. Between the March 2023 test at 30,360 miles and the March 2025 test at 39,183 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 9,000 miles. This low-usage pattern often leads to surface corrosion on metal components and seized seals, evidenced by the recurring pitting on brake discs noted in 2023 and 2024, which is common when vehicles sit stationary for extended periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front braking system, as the record shows pitted and scored discs in both 2023 and 2024, followed by an offside parking brake efficiency warning in March 2025. This suggests the braking mechanism is being neglected or requires a professional adjustment. Furthermore, the nearside rear wheel bearing identified in February 2026 should be checked for noise to ensure the play has not progressed beyond a minor advisory. The uneven tyre wear noted in 2022 also indicates that past alignment issues may have existed, which should be verified against the current state of the tyres.