2017 Ford Mustang 5.0L Petrol · V9 BEP

The 2017 Ford Mustang presents a solid and improving roadworthiness profile, culminating in a completely clean pass on 17 April 2026 at 41,665 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend over the past five years is clearly resolving. The vehicle had a cluster of minor advisories and wear items flagged in mid-2024, including an offside front tyre worn close to its legal limit, a nearside rear wheel bearing with slight play, and rear brake discs noted for corrosion and wear. None of these items have reappeared in subsequent tests, indicating they were likely addressed rather than ignored. The 2022 test similarly flagged a defective wiper blade and corroded front brake discs, both of which also appear to have been resolved. This pattern suggests attentive ownership in recent years, with defects being rectified promptly rather than accumulating. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,629 miles per year. Between the August 2024 test at 37,146 miles and the April 2026 test at 41,665 miles, the car covered 4,519 miles in approximately 20 months, which is consistent with the long-term average and indicates steady, light use rather than a sudden surge in activity. The gap between the August 2024 and April 2026 tests is slightly longer than the typical 12-month interval, but the mileage gained during that period remains modest. There are no alarming gaps or unexplained jumps in the odometer record that would raise concerns about the vehicle having been stood for extended periods or tampered with. Buyers should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focusing on the areas that have historically drawn attention. The rear wheel bearing advisory from 2024 at 37,146 miles, while not recurring, warrants a physical check for any play or roughness when the nearside rear wheel is spun and rocked. The repeated appearance of corroded and worn brake discs in 2022 and 2024 suggests the vehicle may have spent time stationary or used for short trips, conditions that promote disc surface corrosion. A close visual inspection of all four brake discs, particularly their inner faces, is advisable. The offside front tyre wear noted in 2024 points to possible alignment or suspension geometry issues, so checking tyre wear patterns across all four corners and inspecting suspension bushes and tracking geometry would be prudent. Despite the low mileage, verify that rubber components such as bushes, boots, and hoses have not perished from age rather than use. The clean 2026 result is encouraging, but a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains the most reliable way to confirm the current condition of all structural and mechanical components.