2020 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 3.0L Diesel · D19 SDS

A persistent pattern of suspension wear and tyre degradation defines the mechanical history of this vehicle, with the offside front lower suspension ball joint appearing as an advisory across three consecutive annual tests. While the vehicle passed its most recent inspection on 6 August 2026, this long-term advisory remains unresolved, and a new advisory for a non-excessive nearside oil leak has emerged. The record shows a trend of recurring wear on front-end components and a previous dangerous failure in February 2023 due to exposed tyre cords. With 46,839 recorded miles over approximately six years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,806 miles per year. This usage rate is typical for its age and suggests a consistent operational load. Mechanically, this level of accumulation means that while the drivetrain has not been excessively stressed, the chassis and suspension components have been subject to regular wear, which aligns with the recurring advisories for bushings and ball joints. Particular attention must be paid to the front suspension geometry and linkage. The repeated flagging of the offside front lower ball joint and the upper suspension arm pins and bushes suggests these components are nearing the end of their service life. During a test drive, listen for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed steering manoeuvres, as these are typical symptoms of worn ball joints and bushings. The recent identification of a nearside oil leak requires a physical inspection of the engine bay and underside to determine the source and rate of seepage. Additionally, the history of multiple tyre advisories, including a dangerous failure for exposed cords and repeated warnings regarding edge wear on the rear inner tyres, indicates a need to check current tread depths and look for irregular wear patterns. This may suggest a requirement for wheel alignment or a review of the vehicle's loading habits.