2017 Ford Edge 2.0L Diesel · MJ67 MYM

The dominant mechanical theme in this Ford Edge's history is a persistent and progressive deterioration of the braking system, culminating in a dangerous failure on 7 April 2026 when both rear brake pads were found below 1.5 mm and the offside rear brake disc was recorded as seriously weakened. This was not an isolated event, as the rear brake pads had been flagged as wearing thin at the 2022 and 2024 tests, with the nearside rear disc also noted as pitted and scored on its inner edge in 2022. A second dangerous defect was logged at a test the day prior in January 2021, when a nearside front tyre was found with ply or cords exposed, alongside an advisory for a worn offside front tyre. An engine management light (MIL) inoperative or indicating a malfunction was also recorded as a major failure during the same 2022 visit. The subsequent test on 17 April 2026 returned a pass with no advisories, but the buyer should be aware that this clean result follows immediately after two dangerous rear brake defects had been recorded only ten days earlier, indicating that rectification work was almost certainly carried out between the two tests. The cumulative record therefore points to a vehicle that has historically suffered from premature rear brake wear, rear disc deterioration, and intermittent tyre wear issues. Mileage accumulation on this 2017 Edge stands at 93,285 miles across nine years, averaging approximately 10,365 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no extended multi-year gaps in the testing record, with tests recorded at relatively regular intervals between 2021 and 2026, which suggests the vehicle has remained in consistent use rather than being laid up for prolonged periods. The mileage progression between tests is broadly consistent with average annual driving, with no sudden jumps or unusually low accumulations that would imply significant downtime or a stored vehicle. At this mileage, attention to consumable items such as suspension bushes, shock absorbers, drive belts, and coolant system components is sensible, even where the MOT record itself does not specifically flag them, as wear rates on these parts accelerate once a vehicle passes the 80,000 to 100,000 mile threshold. A prospective buyer should treat the braking system as the primary area of mechanical concern and verify the quality and recency of the rectification work claimed to have addressed the April 2026 dangerous defects. Confirm the rear brake pads and offside rear disc have been replaced with new or known-quality components, and check that the caliper guide pins and sliders were cleaned and re-greased at the same time, as binding rear calipers are a common cause of uneven or accelerated pad wear on this generation of Edge. On test drive, listen for any scraping, grinding, or squealing from the rear axle on light braking, feel for any pulling to one side under firm pedal application, and check that the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline. Inspect the inner edges of the rear discs through the wheel spokes for any visible lip, scoring, or rust pitting, as the nearside rear disc had been previously flagged for pitting and scoring on its inner edge. Tyre wear is the second specific area to monitor, given two recorded tyre-related advisories and a dangerous tyre failure. Examine all four tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which can indicate worn suspension bushes or incorrect wheel alignment, and pay particular attention to the front pair, which has been flagged on two separate occasions. On the road, feel for any vibration through the steering wheel, any tramlining effect over road joints, or any drift to one side under acceleration or braking. The 2024 advisory noting the brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark should also be followed up by checking the system for any signs of a weeping brake master cylinder, corroded brake pipes, or perished flexible hoses, particularly underneath the vehicle along the chassis rails. Finally, because the engine MIL was recorded as inoperative or indicating a malfunction in 2022, confirm that no warning lights are illuminated on the dashboard at the time of viewing and, if possible, request an OBD diagnostic read-out to verify the absence of any stored or pending fault codes, particularly relating to emissions or sensors.