2009 Ford 4.0L Petrol · PO59 LPE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a worsening state of mechanical wear and structural degradation. In the most recent test in April 2026 at 104,159 miles, the car passed despite a significant volume of advisories related to corrosion and suspension components. While immediate failures such as windscreen wipers and indicator colours from previous years have been addressed, the persistence of mechanical defects like ball joint play and brake pipe corrosion suggests that repairs are being performed on a reactive basis rather than through preventative maintenance. At approximately 17 years old, the vehicle has covered 104,159 miles, representing an average of roughly 6,127 miles per year. The data shows a consistent and low usage pattern, with only 1,951 miles recorded between March 2024 and April 2025, and another 1,726 enough between April 2025 and April 2026. This low annual mileage often correlates with the observed deterioration of rubber components, such as the perishing tyres and accelerated corrosion noted in the records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the nearside front integral body structure and inner sill, which were flagged for corrosion in April 2026. Although structural rigidity is not yet compromised, the presence of rust in this area is a known risk factor. Furthermore, the front lower suspension arm ball joints have been noted with slight play since at least 2024, indicating an ongoing issue with the suspension geometry that will require replacement to ensure vehicle stability. The braking system also requires close attention as corroded brake pipes have been a recurring adviser across the last three years. The front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in 2025, and the latest report highlights specific corrosion on the nearside rear pipe. Given the recent reports of perishing and cracking on all four tyres, the buyer should verify the age of the rubber and check for sidewall damage, as the low mileage has not prevented these materials from degrading over time.