2019 Ford Tourneo 1.0L Petrol · KT19 VOG

The most recent MOT test on April 13, 2026, confirms the vehicle passed without any defects, though the 13-month gap since the last test is unusually long for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The overall maintenance trend shows intermittent issues rather than a consistent pattern of neglect, with the most recent failures limited to front brake components in April 2025. The absence of advisories or repeated failures on critical systems like suspension or steering suggests no immediate structural compromise, but the front suspension ball joint fault in April 2024—though minor—indicates wear that should have been addressed before the latest test. Buyers should treat the recent MOT pass with caution; a 13-month gap without intermediate checks is atypical for a vehicle with this mileage. The recorded mileage of 97,181 miles over seven years equates to approximately 13,883 miles annually, which is high for a vehicle of this age. The largest mileage jump occurred between the January 2023 (52,742 miles) and May 2023 (53,311 miles) tests, a mere 569 miles in three months, followed by a significant leap to 68,169 miles by April 2024—a 14,858-mile increase in just over a year. This suggests periods of heavy use, which may have accelerated wear on high-stress components. The lack of MOT tests between May 2023 and January 2024 is also notable, as this 11-month gap could indicate either a temporary layoff or deferred maintenance. The most critical areas for an in-person inspection should focus on the front suspension and braking systems. The near-side front suspension arm ball joint failure in April 2024 warrants immediate attention, as continued use could lead to uneven tyre wear or loss of steering precision. Front brake discs and pads showed excessive wear in April 2025, which—if unaddressed—could compromise stopping performance. Buyers should also scrutinise the front wheel bearings, as they often correlate with ball joint wear, and check for uneven tyre tread or camber issues. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and suspension mounts, should be visually inspected for corrosion or fatigue, especially given the vehicle’s age and mileage. Exhaust emissions and catalytic converter efficiency, while not flagged in recent tests, may have deteriorated over time and should be verified with a scan tool.