2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E EXT Range RWD Electric · LB23 BGG

A relatively concise MOT history exists for this 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range RWD, with only a single test recorded, which passed on 13 July 2026. The accompanying advisory entries centre entirely on the offside rear tyre, which was flagged simultaneously for two distinct issues: a small cut in the tread not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and wear close to the legal limit, specifically on the tyre's edge. A minor defect was additionally noted for a crack in the central area of the windscreen that did not extend into the driver's primary line of sight. With no prior tests available to establish a longitudinal trend and no structural, brake, suspension, or emissions advisories recorded, the available DVSA data indicates no documented mechanical deterioration at the point of test, but the absence of a longer history does not constitute confirmation of underlying condition. The recorded mileage of 53,604 miles against a three-year-old vehicle equates to an annualised accumulation of approximately 17,868 miles, which sits considerably above the typical mileage profile for a relatively new electric crossover. This level of use places higher cumulative demand on the consumable and wear-related components that an MOT is positioned to inspect. Brake discs and pads, for instance, may exhibit accelerated wear or, conversely, surface corrosion on a vehicle that has seen sustained motorway use, while suspension bushes, coil springs, anti-roll bar linkages, and steering tie rod ends will have accumulated a greater number of loading cycles than a lower-mileage equivalent. Drive unit mounts, reduction gearbox oil condition, and high-voltage ancillary cooling system components are likewise exposed to longer-term thermal cycling at this mileage bracket, even where no MOT failure point would directly capture them. For a prospective buyer, the offside rear tyre observations warrant specific attention during physical inspection and a thorough test drive. The dual advisory for both cut damage and edge wear suggests uneven loading on that corner or a possible alignment deviation, and this should be verified by inspecting the rear offside tyre shoulder for feathering and confirming that tread depth remains safely above the legal 1.6mm minimum across the full width, not merely in the central grooves. A road test should be conducted with attention to steering wheel centring and any pulling toward the nearside under acceleration or braking, as edge wear is frequently associated with camber misalignment or a fatigued rear suspension bushing. The cut, while reportedly shallow at the time of test, should be re-examined for any propagation, sidewall deformation, or loss of pressure, and the age of all four tyres verified, as Mach-E-specific Original Equipment (OT) sizes tend to be costly to replace. The windscreen defect recorded as a minor item is non-structural and does not affect the driver's view, but any prospective purchase should confirm that it has remained stable and that no further cracking has developed from thermal cycling or body flex, particularly around the central bonded area. Beyond the flagged items, a high-mileage electric vehicle of this type warrants close attention to brake feel, as regenerative systems can mask caliper slide pin seizing, so a firm pedal application from speed followed by a low-speed manual stop should be performed to check for binding or uneven pull. Listen for any clonking or knocking from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes or top mounts, and inspect the underside of the vehicle for any signs of corrosion on brake pipes, subframe seams, and the rear multi-link suspension pick-up points, as these areas are routinely subject to advisory capture on later MOT records once mileage accumulates further.