2017 Ford Edge 2.0L Diesel · T3 CVK

A pattern of tyre-related advisories and failures characterizes the recent mechanical history of this vehicle, though the trend appears to be improving following a clean result on 05 December 2025. While the 2021 inspection resulted in a failure due to a nearside front tyre cut reaching the cords and incorrect headlamp aim, the subsequent years have seen a shift toward advisory notices specifically concerning tyre wear and minor sidewall damage. This indicates that while the vehicle has consistently met minimum roadworthiness standards, the consumables related to the wheel and tyre assembly have required regular attention to remain within legal tolerances. The recorded mileage of 79,441 miles over approximately nine years equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 8,827 miles. This usage profile is consistent with typical UK private vehicle patterns, suggesting the vehicle has not been subject to excessive high-speed motorway running or heavy commercial use, nor has it suffered from prolonged periods of inactivity. Mechanically, this moderate mileage suggests that while primary drivetrain components may not have reached high-wear thresholds, components such as suspension bushes, brake discs, and various rubber seals will have undergone standard age-related degradation. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the tyre condition and wheel alignment, given the recurring advisories for uneven wear and sidewall cuts between 2022 and 2024. The mention of tyres being worn on the edges suggests potential issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. During a test drive, it is essential to check for any steering pull to one side or vibrations through the steering wheel at varying speeds, which could indicate that previous tyre wear was symptomatic of underlying suspension component issues such as worn tie rod ends or control arm bushes. Furthermore, the headlamp aim failure recorded in 2021 should be verified to ensure the lighting system is correctly calibrated and remains stable. While the most recent test showed no defects, the history of tyre-related issues warrants a close inspection of the tread depth and sidewall integrity across all four tyres. Listen for any rhythmic thumping or uneven road noise during the test drive, which can be an indicator of irregular tyre wear or unevenly worn tread patterns resulting from the issues flagged in previous MOT cycles.