2018 Ford Tourneo 2.0L Diesel · HJ18 OFU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a period of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 98,343 miles, the history reveals a significant decline in standards during early 2025. The transition from a clean record in February 2024 to multiple failures in February 2025 suggests that basic upkeep was neglected until components reached a point of failure. At 98,343 miles over eight years, this Ford Tourneo has covered an average of 12,300 miles per year, which sits above the UK annual average. This consistent usage puts expected strain on wear and tear items. The data shows a rapid burst of over 12,000 miles between February 2024 and March 2025, coinciding with the cluster of mechanical failures. The high mileage relative to the vehicle's age suggests heavy-duty use which accelerates the degradation of suspension and drivetrain components. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely. The tester flagged nearside front suspension arm bushes twice, as excessively worn in February 2025 and remaining as an advisory in March 2026. This indicates the fault has not been fully rectified, which will affect handling and cause uneven tyre wear. The damaged central lower engine mounting noted in early 2025 also requires physical verification to ensure no residual vibrations or secondary damage exist in the drivetrain mounts. The record also highlights a recurring pattern of tyre neglect, with multiple tyres flagged as reaching the legal limit or worn on across several tests. This suggests the previous owner ignored consumable maintenance until forced by MOT failures. Upon inspection, the buyer should verify that the nearside front CV boot, which failed in 2025, has been replaced properly to prevent grease leakage and premature joint failure. Checking the lighting assembly and registration plate condition is also necessary to ensure the previous repairs were durable.