2023 Isuzu D-MAX DL20 3.2L Diesel · JP06 GET

The 2019 Ford Ranger passed its most recent MOT on 4 July 2025 at 103,618 miles, but the record reveals a worsening trend in suspension and braking components that demands close scrutiny. Four days prior, on 30 June 2025, the vehicle failed with a fractured offside front coil spring, slight play in both front suspension ball joints, a nearside rear brake lagging in operation, and fluctuating service brakes across all four corners. The coil spring was clearly repaired in time for the retest, yet the ball joint play and brake fluctuation advisories carried through unchanged. Recurring ball joint play has appeared at every test since June 2024, indicating progressive wear that has not been addressed. The fluctuating brake advisory, present in three of the last four tests, points to sticking calipers, uneven disc wear, or a hydraulic issue that remains unresolved. The mileage pattern raises further concern. Between June 2022 at 57,631 miles and June 2024 at 93,719 miles, the Ranger covered roughly 36,000 miles in two years, averaging around 18,000 miles annually, well above the typical UK average. Yet from June 2024 to July 2025 the odometer moved only from 93,719 to 103,618, a gain of 9,899 miles in over twelve months. The mileage then appears static between the 30 June 2025 failure and the 4 July 2025 pass, both recorded at exactly 103,618 miles, suggesting the vehicle was stationary during that retest window. The high cumulative mileage and uneven accumulation pattern imply sustained heavy use, likely towing or commercial work, followed by a period of very light use or standing. A prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. Both front lower suspension arm ball joints have shown slight play for over a year without replacement, so check for clunking over uneven surfaces and inspect the joint boots for splits or contamination. The fractured coil spring from June 2025 warrants a close visual check of both front springs for cracks or corrosion, particularly at the seat points. Examine the braking system thoroughly: remove the front and rear wheels to measure disc thickness and run-out, inspect caliper slides and pistons for binding, and check the handbrake linkage and rear adjusters given the lagging rear brake advisory. The June 2024 oil leak from the front axle area should also be investigated, as persistent leaks can contaminate brake components and damage seals. Tyre wear has been flagged twice in the record, so uneven wear patterns may confirm alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. Overall, the vehicle presents as mechanically functional but with deferred maintenance on safety-critical components that requires immediate attention before regular use.