2018 Ford Edge 2.0L Diesel · HT18 AEB

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent test on 7 May 2026 at 89,692 miles indicates a lapse in basic consumable upkeep. While the car passed the inspection, the tester flagged both the nearside and offside front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit with uneven edge wear. This follows a period of clean results in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that while mechanical components have been well-maintained, routine tyre replacement has been deferred. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,200 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 46,159 miles in June 2021 to the current 89,692 miles. A notable jump occurred between March 2022 and October 2022, where the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles, but the overall pattern lacks the erratic spikes or long periods of inactivity that often signal neglect or mechanical issues related to standing. A prospective buyer should focus on the braking system and suspension during a physical inspection. The May 2025 test at 80,666 miles identified worn, pitted, and scored front brake discs. Although the vehicle passed, these components are nearing the end of their service life and may require replacement soon. The history also shows a previous issue with offside rear shock absorber oil misting in June 2021. While no recent suspension faults appear, the recurring nature of tyre wear and the previous shock absorber advisory warrant a close check of the damping quality and the condition of all suspension bushes. Minor electrical and trim issues, such as the defective side repeater lens noted in 2022, appear to have been resolved. The failure in June 2021 due to a missing wheel fixing is an isolated incident of oversight rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Overall, the vehicle shows a predictable wear pattern typical of its age and mileage, provided the buyer addresses the immediate need for new front tyres and monitors the condition of the front brake discs.