2015 Great Wall Steed 2.0L Diesel · GU15 FMC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 97,421 miles resulted in a pass, it followed an immediate failure due to multiple electrical faults and mechanical wear. The persistence of issues like the misting nearside front shock absorber, which appeared in both 2024 and 2026, suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they become necessary to pass an MOT test. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's eleven-year age, averaging approximately 8,856 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with 4,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 900 miles covered between May 2025 and April 2026. This interval suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components, though the low annual mileage has not prevented the wear and tear noted in the suspension system. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension assembly, as the records show anti-roll bar bushes, linkages, and upper arm ball joints have been flagged for wear across the last two years. The noted nearside rear service brake binding in April 2026 requires a physical inspection for seized calipers or sticking pistons to prevent uneven pad wear. Additionally, the deteriorated steering wheel rim and the frayed offside front seat belt webbing represent safety-related items that require immediate replacement to ensure the vehicle remains fit for purpose.