2017 Ford Mustang 5.0L Petrol · D4 XED

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean mechanical record following a minor setback. The most recent test conducted on 9 May 2025 at 16,074 miles resulted in no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory requirements. This follows a successful pass in April 2024, suggesting that any issues identified during the brief failure earlier that same month were promptly addressed and rectified before the re-test and pass. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,786 miles per year. Between March 2022 at 6,198 miles and March 2023 at 9,396 miles, the car covered just 3,198 miles. The interval of 2,359 miles recorded between April 2024 and May 2025 shows a consistent trend of minimal use. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internal components, it increases the risk of flat-spotted tyres and fluid degradation due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of degradation associated with low-mileage storage. Check the tyres for sidewall cracking and age, and the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting from infrequent use. Since the MOT history shows no structural rust or suspension advisories, the primary integrity of the chassis appears sound, but the rubber bushes and suspension components should be inspected for dry rot which often occurs over time regardless of low mileage. It is also advisable to verify the specific defect that caused the failure in April 2024 to ensure the repair was comprehensive rather than a temporary fix.