FORD TRANSIT2009 · 2.2L Diesel

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy as it failed its most recent MOT test on 11 June 2025. The maintenance trend is erratic. While the vehicle passed without defects in May 2024, the latest failure suggests a decline in its operational status. The record shows a pattern of instability, including a failure on 15 May 2023 followed by a pass three days later. The mileage is consistent with the age of a 2009 model, averaging roughly 9,229 miles per year. However, the usage pattern has dropped significantly in recent years. The vehicle covered only 343 miles between November 2021 and May 2023, and only another 343 miles between May 2023 and May 2024. A sudden increase to 1,062 miles occurred between May 2024 and June 2025. This prolonged period of low activity often leads to seized brake calipers, perishing rubber seals, and battery degradation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody. Transit models of this era are prone to significant corrosion on the sills and rear wheel arches, which the clean MOT record may not fully reflect if the tester was lenient. Check for signs of structural rust and verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components degrade during long periods of standing. Inspect the braking system for binding or pitting on the discs due to the identified low-usage periods. Verify the current MOT status immediately, as the June 2025 failure means the vehicle cannot be legally driven on public roads. Confirm that the engine starts cleanly and that there are no leaks from the drivetrain, which can develop when a vehicle sits idle for years.