2020 Ford Tourneo 1.5L Diesel · C6 SJA

A notable mechanical feature of this Tourneo's MOT record is the tyre-related failure recorded at the January 2023 test, where both front tyres were deemed dangerous due to tread depth falling below the 1.6 mm legal minimum. A Dangerous failure is the most serious category under DVSA classification and means the vehicle was considered unsafe to drive away from the test centre. The fact that both front tyres were below legal limit simultaneously is significant and warrants close attention, as it can point to either extended use without rotation and replacement, a tendency to run tyres to the cord, or alignment geometry issues causing uneven front-axse wear. The follow-up pass on 21 January 2023 with no advisories suggests the tyres were replaced promptly, but a prospective buyer should be mindful of any residual wheel alignment consequences. The remaining test entries from December 2023, December 2024, and the most recent pass on 5 October 2025 are all clean apart from a single advisory concerning the nearside rear coil spring fouling a modified ramp access, and an unrelated advisory about a child seat obscuring the adult belt inspection, which is not a mechanical concern. With six years of registered use and 36,677 recorded miles on the odometer, this vehicle has covered approximately 6,113 miles per year, which is broadly consistent with average UK private and light commercial usage. There are no unusual gaps in the MOT history and no sudden mileage jumps that would suggest clocking or inconsistent recording. This average annual figure means consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and the clutch (if applicable) will have seen typical wear patterns, and the suspension components should have settled into normal mid-life degradation. There is nothing in the record to suggest long periods of standing, which reduces the likelihood of issues such as seized brake calipers, flat-spotted tyres, or deteriorated battery state, although these remain worth confirming at the point of inspection. Given the coil spring advisory raised at the December 2024 test, particular attention should be paid to the rear suspension during any physical inspection and test drive. The advisory noted the nearside rear coil spring fouling a modified ramp access, which may indicate that an aftermarket accessibility ramp is obstructing the spring's natural travel or that the spring itself has shifted or partially collapsed. On a test drive, listen for clonking or rattling noises from the rear over uneven surfaces, particularly speed humps and potholes, and feel for any wallowing or lack of composure over undulating roads. With the rear unloaded, visually inspect the nearside rear spring for uneven gaps between coils, which can indicate fatigue or breakage, and check that the ramp modification is securely mounted and not imposing stress on surrounding components. Uneven rear ride height or a sagging nearside corner would corroborate the MOT observation. The front tyre failure from January 2023 is the other specific item that should guide the inspection process. Both front tyres being below the legal 1.6 mm tread limit points to either prolonged use of the same pair without rotation or a steering or suspension geometry problem causing accelerated inner or outer shoulder wear. During a test drive, pay close attention to any steering pull to one side, vibration through the steering wheel at speed, or uneven tyre wear patterns visible on the sidewalls and tread shoulders. Inspect the current front tyres for matching makes and models, as mixing brands or significantly different tread patterns on the same axle can affect handling and braking stability, particularly on a vehicle of this size and weight. Additionally, check the age of any replacement tyres through the DOT stamp on the sidewall, as tyres fitted in late 2022 or early 2023 should still have usable life but should be examined for cracking or hardening given the time elapsed.