2018 Jeep Compass 1.4L Petrol · GV18 WKD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the most recent inspection indicates a sudden decline in maintenance standards. While the jeep passed its test on 3 June 2025 at 49,850 miles, it followed a failure just 14 miles prior that revealed multiple mechanical defects. This shift from clean records in 2023 and 2024 to a significant failure suggests the current owner may only be reacting to MOT failures rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 24,124 miles in May 2022 to 49,850 miles in June 2025. However, the 10,000-mile gap between June 2024 and June 2025 coincides with the appearance of significant wear items, indicating that the lower annual mileage has not shielded the components from reaching the end of their service life simultaneously after the previous interval. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the 2025 failure flagged both front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joints for perished dust covers. These components are prone to play and noise if dirt ingress continues. The braking system also requires close attention; the tester noted a rear inner brake disc with heavy delamination and significant wear, which suggests the previous owner may have neglected brake hardware inspections until they reached a critical point of failure. The exhaust system presents a known concern due to a minor leak in the front flexi-pipe noted in the latest June 2025 pass. Additionally, the uneven wear noted on the nearside front tyre and the structural failure/tear on the offside front inner tyre indicate a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that should be verified. Ensure the exhaust flexi has been replaced rather than just monitored, as this component can lead to emissions failures in future tests.