2016 GG Taurus 1.3L Petrol · V4 TSD

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following a previous mechanical failure. The most recent inspection on 4 February 2025 at 1,290 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This indicates that the mechanical issues identified in earlier years have been addressed, and the vehicle currently meets all DVSA safety standards for road use. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 129 miles per year. Between August 2019 and March 2022, the car covered only 84 miles, while it recorded just 97 miles between the 2022 and 2025 tests. This pattern suggests the vehicle has sat stationary for long periods, which, while reducing mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid chemistry despite the low mileage. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of components likely to suffer from long-term storage. The 2019 failure for a severely deteriorated offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover at 1,109 miles highlights that rubber parts are prone to dry rot and cracking. The inspector should check for perished perished on all suspension joints, steering linkages, and brake calipers to ensure the low use has not caused material fatigue. Additionally, the brake discs should be examined for surface corrosion or heavy pitting, as infrequent use often prevents the pads from effectively cleaning the rotors, leading to seized calipers.