2013 Great Wall Steed Tracker TD 4X4 2.0L Diesel · CX13 ACJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent history indicates a lapse in testing consistency. The final MOT recorded on 7 August 2023 at 83,526 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, which suggests a non-mechanical failure or an administrative oversight rather than a systemic mechanical breakdown. Prior to this, the vehicle successfully passed tests in 2022 and 2021 without any advisories, indicating that the core components remained within acceptable parameters during those inspection periods. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,425 miles per year. Between July 2020 and June 2021, the vehicle covered 8,966 miles, showing a steady usage rate. A more significant gap exists between June 2021 and August 2022, where the vehicle clocked 10,324 miles in just fourteen months. The subsequent interval between August 2022 and August 2023 saw 7,287 miles covered. Given that it has been nearly three years since the last recorded test, the current roadworthiness status is technically lapsed and the vehicle requires an immediate inspection to verify any recent degradation. A buyer must focus the physical inspection on the structural integrity and chassis components, as these 4x4 vehicles are prone to hidden corrosion over time. While the record shows no recurring mechanical advisories, the lack of data for the last three years means the state of the suspension bushes, brake lines, and exhaust system is unknown. Check for signs of rust on the mounting points and inspect for binding calipers that may have seized during periods of relative inactivity. The failure in August 2023 without recorded defects warrants a thorough check to ensure no major emission or lighting-related issues were missed during that final test.