2019 Jeep Compass 1.6L Diesel · EF19 WRL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a concerning trend of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 45,857 miles, the record shows a pattern of failing on avoidable safety-critical items. The maintenance history is unstable, as issues such as brake condition and tyres persist across multiple years, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults once they result in an MOT failure. The mileage profile is remarkably consistent for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. Between the August 2023 test at 33,611 miles and the August 2024 test at 40,291 miles, the Jeep covered 6,680 miles, followed by a similar distance of travel in the subsequent year. This steady usage suggests the car is not subjected to extreme stress, yet the recurring failures on components like tyres and wiper blades indicate that basic upkeep is frequently neglected between inspections. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system, as the rear discs have been flagged as pitted or scored in every recorded test since 2023. The 2024 and 2025 failures specifically highlight fluctuating service brakes and worn discs, which may indicate sticking calipers or poor-quality replacement parts. Furthermore, the offside front anti-roll bar linkage failure in 2024 points to potential wear in the suspension geometry that should be a thorough physical inspection for play in the various bushes and ball joints before purchase. The history also reveals a disregard for basic visibility and consumables. The vehicle failed twice for an air freshener obstructing the driver's view and for poor wiper performance, while the nearside front tyre dropped below the legal 1.6mm limit in 2025. Any prospective buyer should verify the current depth of all four tyres and the functionality of the windscreen cleaning system, as the record suggests these items are left to the absolute limit of safety before being replaced.