2018 Jeep Compass 1.6L Diesel · WN18 PVT

The vehicle shows a declining trend in mechanical condition, moving from a clean record in late 2023 to multiple advisory items across suspension and braking systems in recent tests. While it passed the most recent test on 29 January 2026 at 72,345 miles, the tester flagged significant wear on all four brake discs, noting they are pitted or scored. This follows a pattern of deteriorating consumables, as the 15 September 2025 test also identified multiple suspension bush issues and tyre degradation. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 72,345 miles, averaging roughly 9,000 miles per year. The data shows steady progression, with 4,576 miles recorded between the September 2025 and January 2026 tests, and a larger 3,856-mile gap between the October 2023 and September 2024 inspections. This regular usage suggests the vehicle is not sitting idle for long periods, which explains the progressive wear on rubber components and braking surfaces. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and the entire suspension setup. The recurring advisories for suspension arm bushes in 2024 and 2025 indicate that the rubber components are reaching the end of their service life. The tester specifically noted nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint wear in the September 2024 failure, so the integrity of the steering and suspension linkages requires close scrutiny. The widespread pitting and scoring on the brake discs recorded in January 2026 suggest that the braking surfaces are heavily oxidised or worn, likely requiring a full set of new discs and pads. Additionally, the repeated mentions of tyre cracking and perishing, such as the offside rear tyre noted in both 2025 and 2026, indicate that the rubber is ageing and may be prone to structural failure. Checking the alignment is also necessary, given the history of uneven tyre wear on the inner edges.