2021 Ford Tourneo Connect 1.5L Diesel · HT70 DHL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening pattern of deferred consumable repairs. In the most recent test in January 2026 at 66,209 miles, the tester flagged thin rear brake pads and an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a similar issue from the January 2025 test at 49,049 miles, where both front brake pads were noted as thin. The progression suggests the owner is waiting until components reach failure or legal limit thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent and high, averaging approximately 13,200 miles per year over the last two years. The vehicle covered 18,000 miles between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests, followed by another 17,160 miles in the subsequent year. This steady high-mileage suggests regular commercial or heavy-duty use, which is typical for a Ford Tourneo Connect, but it places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to a lower-mileage example. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system to ensure the discs have not been scored or thinned excessively due to the use of worn pads. The offside front tyre wear noted in 2026 indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires checking to prevent further uneven scrubbing. Additionally, the cracking advisory on the nearside rear tyre from 2025 suggests the rubber may be aging poorly despite the mileage, so a full depth and condition check across all tyres is necessary.