2018 Ford Tourneo Connect 1.5L Diesel · MX18 GUG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 05 May 2026 at 88,455 miles, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test flagged an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on the edge, this follows a previous failure involving more severe defects. This suggests the owner tends to address tyre issues only upon failing an inspection rather than performing regular visual checks. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. There was a significant jump of 12,271 miles between the May 2023 and May 2024 tests, followed by another 10,842 miles between May 2024 and May 2025. This steady usage indicates the vehicle has seen regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which typically places consistent wear on rubber components, suspension bushings, and brake components. A buyer must inspect the wheel alignment and suspension geometry in person. The 2024 failure and the May 2026 advisory both highlight uneven wear on the inner edges of the tyres, which is a classic symptom of incorrect tracking, worn ball arms, or collapsed strut mounts. You should also verify the rear registration plate condition, as the 2025 advisory noted deterioration that could lead to a future failure if not replaced. No structural corrosion or brake failures have been recorded, so the primary concern remains the state of the front-end suspension components.