2018 Jeep Compass 1.4L Petrol · GL68 SVC

The 2018 Jeep Compass holds a valid MOT pass dated 21 July 2025 at 72,966 miles, but the maintenance trend is not reassuring. That same test day produced a fail first, triggered by an inoperative engine MIL and an oil leak, followed by a pass after rectification. The tester flagged worn front brake discs and thin pads on both axles as advisories, indicating the braking system is approaching service limits. A clean pass in July 2023 at 47,701 miles shows the car was well maintained at mid-life, yet the 2024 and 2025 tests reveal a pattern of deferred consumable upkeep. Mileage accumulation is broadly typical for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 9,121 miles per year. The jump from 60,359 miles in July 2024 to 72,966 miles by July 2025 represents a sharp 12,607-mile increase in a single year, well above the prior annual average. That spike suggests heavier recent use, which places additional stress on brakes, suspension, and the drivetrain. The MOT record itself is sparse, with only three test events across three years, leaving gaps in oversight that a diligent owner would typically fill with interim checks. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front brake assembly, given the repeated advisories for worn discs and thin pads. The oil leak noted in 2025, though deemed not excessive at the time, warrants close scrutiny of the engine and undercarriage for fresh residue or gasket degradation. The inoperative MIL from the initial 2025 fail raises a concern about potential fault-code suppression, so a full diagnostic scan is essential to verify no underlying engine or emissions faults remain hidden. Tyre condition also deserves attention, as the 2024 fail for a worn offside front tyre suggests uneven wear patterns that may point to alignment or suspension geometry issues. Inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and track rod ends for play, and check the subframe and inner wing arches for corrosion, a common concern on Jeeps of this era.