2016 Ford Mustang 2.3L Petrol · WP16 AAU

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend, as the most recent test on 24 April 2026 at 139,020 miles flagged several advisory items that indicate neglected consumable upkeep. While the car passed the test, the tester identified both nearside and offside front tyres worn close to the legal limit and specifically worn on the inner edges. This pattern of uneven tyre wear, combined with an advisory for slight play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint, suggests an ongoing issue with wheel alignment or suspension component degradation. The vehicle has covered 139,020 miles over its ten-year lifespan, averaging approximately 13,900 miles per year. This represents high usage for a vehicle of this age, which correlates with the frequent mechanical interventions seen in the records. The mileage accumulation has been relatively consistent, with a notable jump of over 11,000 miles between the August 2021 and June 2022 tests. This high-mileage profile increases the likelihood of accelerated wear on drivetrain and suspension components, which is reflected in the recurring mechanical advisories. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and steering components. The history shows a recurring issue with ball joints, with a failure recorded in August 2021 and a new advisory for play in the offside front ball joint in April 2026. The inner edge tyre wear strongly suggests that the suspension or steering rack may require professional realignment or replacement of worn bushes to prevent further premature tyre destruction. The braking system also warrants close scrutiny. The record shows a history of parking brake issues, including a failure in May 2023 and a sticking nearside rear parking brake lever on the caliper in June 2022. The tester also noted a discoloured nearside rear brake disc in 2022, indicating significant heat soak. Given the high mileage and these specific historical faults, a buyer must verify that the braking system is operating smoothly and that the rear calipers and discs are not showing signs of binding or excessive wear.