2021 Jeep Compass 1.4L Petrol · SF71 UNE

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. The most recent test conducted in July 2025 at 29,575 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a worn offside front tyre and an ineffective windscreen wiper. While the vehicle passed immediately following these repairs, the presence of these faults suggests the owner only addressed issues once prompted by the MOT tester rather than performing routine inspections between tests. The mileage profile is low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,915 miles per year. Between the July 2024 test at 17,933 miles and the July 2025 test at 29,575 miles, the car covered 11,642 miles in a single year. This represents a significant spike in usage compared to its annual average, which explains the accelerated wear on the tyre and wiper components noted in the latest test. However, low-mileage operation can also lead to flat-spotting on tyres or surface corrosion on brake discs if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods between uses. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front-side suspension to determine why the offside front tyre wore unevenly on the edge, as this often indicates an alignment issue or worn control arm bushes. Given the low mileage and intermittent use, check the brake discs for pitting and ensure the brake calipers have not seized due to inactivity. The record shows no history of structural corrosion or mechanical failures, but the recent failure of the wiper highlights that basic consumable items are being pushed to the point of failure before replacement.