2015 Ford Tourneo 2.2L Diesel · F6 SJE

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent and unresolved trend regarding the suspension assembly. The most recent test in August 2025 at 47,416 miles flagged worn bushes on both the offside and nearside front lower suspension arm pins. This specific defect has appeared in nearly every inspection since the initial failure in July 2022, indicating that the rubber components are degrading without replacement despite repeated advisories. The mileage profile is significantly low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 2,292 miles between the 2022 and 2023 tests, followed by a 5,109-mile interval leading up to the most recent entry. While the low mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the engine and gearbox, long periods of inactivity often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts and the seizing of brake components, which aligns with the recurring suspension arm issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the play in the bushes. The failure in July 2022 for imbalanced front brakes across the axle suggests that the calipers may suffer from sticking or uneven wear, a common trait in low-use vehicles that sit stationary. Given the recurring nature of the suspension arm faults, the vehicle likely requires replacement of the front control arms to ensure handling stability and to prevent future uneven tyre wear.