2016 Ford Journey 1.5L Diesel · SF16 PYG

The 2026‑06‑19 MOT at 156,333 miles recorded a pass, the only defect being a slight engine oil leak that the tester deemed non‑excessive; this confirms the vehicle remains road‑legal, though the recurring leak points to a persistent lubrication issue that should be monitored. The pattern of earlier failures and subsequent passes suggests the recent service has stabilized the mechanical condition. Mileage has accelerated markedly since 2022, rising from 104,603 miles in December 2022 to 156,333 miles by June 2026, an average annual increase of roughly 15,000 to 20,000 miles, far exceeding the typical usage for a 2016 model and indicating heavy operational demand. A buyer must therefore inspect the suspension components that have repeatedly shown excessive wear, including the off‑side front lower and upper ball joints, the track‑rod end, and the anti‑roll bar linkages, all of which were flagged as deteriorated in the 2025‑12‑18 and 2022‑12‑20 tests. The front brake pads have been recorded below the 1.5 mm threshold on multiple occasions, signalling imminent disc wear and the need for a thorough pad and disc assessment. Finally, the buyer should verify tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, as tyre wear close to the legal limit appears in several earlier records, and examine the chassis for structural rust on the exhaust mount and suspension mounting points noted in the 2022‑12‑20 and 2018‑07‑02 failures, while confirming that the oil leak source is sealed and does not compromise engine health.