2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BG62 ADV

This 2012 Ford Transit presents an ambiguous roadworthiness status, having accumulated 158,416 miles while displaying an extremely sparse MOT history in the provided data. The most recent test on 2021-12-22 resulted in a pass at 158,416 miles on the exact same day it initially failed. The absence of specific defect records for either the fail or the pass limits a complete assessment of the vehicle's maintenance trend, though the immediate rectification indicates any initial issues were resolved on the same day. The recorded mileage aligns with the vehicle age of approximately fourteen years, averaging nearly eleven thousand three hundred miles annually. However, the data record is severely truncated, showing only a dual entry on December 22, 2021, with zero recorded history for subsequent years leading up to July 2026. This massive gap in the test log means a prospective buyer cannot verify how the vehicle has been driven or maintained for nearly five years, introducing significant uncertainty regarding current mechanical wear. Given the commercial nature of a Transit at this mileage, an in-person inspection must focus heavily on the structural integrity of the chassis, subframes, and sills, as corrosion is common in working vans of this vintage. You should thoroughly examine the drivetrain, leaf springs, and suspension components for heavy load wear, alongside checking the braking system for scored discs and binding calipers. Verify all documentation independently to account for the missing test history before committing to a purchase.