2021 Ford Tourneo 1.5L Diesel · YX21 EPO

The 2021 Ford Tourneo presents as a mechanically sound vehicle with no recorded MOT failures, though the advisory pattern reveals a gradual decline in consumable condition that warrants closer inspection. The most recent test on 23 July 2025 at 36,688 miles passed, but flagged two active advisories: front brake pads wearing thin at 2-3 mm and an offside rear shock absorber displaying a light oil misting. Comparing this against the 2 August 2024 test at 26,093 miles, which flagged worn front and rear brake pads plus inner tyre wear on both front wheels, the brake condition appears to have stabilised through replacement, yet the emergence of a shock absorber oil misting in 2025 introduces a new suspension concern. The trend is neither clearly worsening nor improving; rather, it reflects a vehicle receiving reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation of 10,595 miles over the thirteen-month gap between August 2024 and July 2025 represents a notable uptick from the vehicle's earlier average, suggesting either a change in ownership or a shift from light to more regular use. At roughly 7,338 miles per year over its five-year life, the overall figure sits comfortably within typical parameters for a vehicle of this age and type. No significant gaps appear in the recorded history that would raise concerns about long-term standing or clocking. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the front suspension, specifically the offside rear damper, as the oil misting indicates the seal is beginning to fail and will likely progress to a full leak if left unaddressed. The repeated brake pad wear across consecutive tests suggests the vehicle has been driven in a manner that consumables wear faster than average, so checking the condition of the brake discs for lipping and uneven wear is advisable. The 2024 advisory regarding inner edge wear on both front tyres points to potential tracking or alignment issues that may have been corrected with new tyres but not with a proper wheel alignment; inspect the current tyres for similar uneven wear patterns and have the suspension geometry verified. While no structural corrosion or critical safety defects appear in the record, the cumulative picture is of a vehicle that has been maintained to a passable standard rather than a meticulous one.