2008 CI Motorhome Transit 2.2L Diesel · DK08 AJU

A persistent pattern of brake pipe corrosion advisories across multiple test cycles is the dominant mechanical theme for this 2008 CI Motorhome Transit. Every recorded test between December 2023 and May 2025 flagged all four flexible and rigid brake lines as corroded and covered in grease or other material, with the same nearside front brake disc also noted as worn and pitted on both the failed and subsequent passed inspections of 12 May 2025. The rear fog lamp failure and perished nearside front suspension ball joint dust cover recorded as a PRS failure on 5 December 2023 point to electrical and suspension deterioration consistent with age. The test dated 27 August 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories, suggesting either remedial attention to the brake system or that the previously flagged items had not yet reached failure thresholds, but the history between 2023 and 2025 demonstrates an ongoing corrosion risk to the pipework that warrants close inspection. With 46,465 miles recorded over an 18-year life, annual mileage is around 2,581 miles, which is low for a commercial-derived vehicle and particularly low for a motorhome that one might expect to see used seasonally. There are no mileage entries for 2024, and the gap between the December 2023 test and the May 2025 retest is notable, indicating the vehicle may have been off the road for an extended period, which can accelerate corrosion on ferrous components through exposure rather than use. The recorded mileages between tests are small and consistent rather than showing rapid accumulation, suggesting light, irregular usage rather than continuous touring. Mechanically, low and intermittent mileage on a vehicle of this age concentrates wear risks around perished rubber, seized components, and corrosion rather than drivetrain fatigue, and the brake pipe advisories already recorded align with this pattern. A prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the brake hydraulic system, as the advisories span every corner of the vehicle. With the lines currently coated in grease or underseal, there is no way to confirm the underlying pipe condition without a visual examination on a ramp, and any flaking, deep surface rust, or stiffness in the flexible hoses should be treated as justification for replacement before the next MOT. The nearside front brake disc has been flagged for pitting and scoring, so during a test drive expect to feel pedal judder or vibration under firm braking, particularly from low speed, and listen for any grinding suggesting the wear has progressed beyond the advisory threshold. On the same corner, the perished ball joint dust cover noted in 2023 should be rechecked, as a torn boot allows dirt ingress and accelerates joint wear; pressing the suspension through low-speed bumps and listening for clonks or feeling for vague, wandering steering response would help reveal any play that has developed. Beyond the brake and suspension items, the general condition of the underside deserves scrutiny on a motorhome of this vintage, given the recorded corrosion pattern on exposed components. Inspect the subframe mounting points, axle assemblies, and any chassis outriggers for serious corrosion, particularly where mud and road salt accumulate behind the rear wheels. The rear fog lamp failure noted in 2023 is a straightforward electrical item but worth confirming functional during a walkaround, as poor earthing or bulb holder corrosion is common on older Transits. Given the low annual mileage and visible gaps in testing history, a compression test on the diesel engine and inspection of the cambelt or timing chain service interval would be sensible, along with checking for any oil leaks from the engine and gearbox that may have developed during periods of standing. Any history of remedial brake work or suspension component renewal since 2023 would strengthen confidence, but the absence of such records means a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with motorhome base vehicles is strongly advised.