2015 Great Wall Steed 2.0L Diesel · CX65 ODV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in November 2025 at 112,508 miles shows a pass following a significant failure just one day prior. The owner addressed critical safety items including worn track rod ends and exhausted brake pads to achieve this recent result. However, the persistence of a slight play in the front propeller shaft bearing remains as an advisory, suggesting that drivetrain components are beginning to show age-related wear. At 112,508 miles, this 11-year-old Steed averages approximately 10,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The records show consistent annual testing, with roughly 6,500 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests and another 7,500 miles in the preceding year. This regularity suggests the vehicle is used consistently, though the mileage places standard load on heavy-duty components like suspension and braking systems. A prospective buyer must closely inspect the steering and drivetrain assembly, as the record flags a history of issues with the steering rack, inner track rods, and CV boots. The 2025 failure for excessive play in track rod ends indicates that the front suspension geometry is reaching the end of its functional life. Furthermore, the corroded brake pipe noted near the rear axle in 2024 requires a thorough physical inspection to ensure corrosion has not progressed into a structural failure, as the previous mention of grease covering the pipe may have hidden the extent of the rust.