2017 Ford Tourneo 2.0L Diesel · MA07 ACE

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by a recurring pattern of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While it passed its most recent MOT in June 2026 at 110,642 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior that revealed critical safety issues including a leaking fuel filter, a fractured coil spring, and illegal tyre depths. The frequency of failures for basic consumables like tyres and brake components suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by the annual testing process, rather than performing routine servicing between inspections. At 110,642 miles over nine years, this Tourneo has averaged approximately 12,300 miles per annum, which is above the average for a passenger vehicle. The data shows a significant acceleration in use after the 2020 COVID-19 test extension, as the mileage jumped from 37,303 to over 80,000 miles in just three years. This high mileage accumulation has accelerated the wear on the chassis and braking system, which is evidenced by the consistent degradation of metal brake lines and suspension components noted across the last three test cycles. A buyer must scrutinise the condition of the brake pipes, as excessive corrosion has been a persistent issue from 2024, 2025, and 2026. The presence of grease on these pipes suggests previous attempts to mask rust rather than replace the lines. Furthermore, the worn lower suspension arm bushes flagged in the June 2026 test indicate that the suspension is beginning to fail due to the high-mileage stress. Given the history of a split CV boot and a fractured spring, a thorough physical inspection of the entire drivetrain and structural integrity is required to ensure no further hidden mechanical damage has gone undetected.