2006 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · EF06 AEY

The vehicle is roadworthy but carries a significant maintenance risk, with the most recent test in September 2023 at 52,000 miles failing on nine separate items. The pattern of failure is clearly worsening, with structural corrosion and suspension component damage recurring across the 2021, 2020, and 2019 tests. The 2023 failure is particularly concerning as it shows the same corrosion and suspension mounting issues that were flagged in the 2021 test, indicating a persistent problem rather than a one-off incident. The mileage data is sparse, with the vehicle’s recorded mileage being unknown. The only mileage reference is from the 2021 test at 109,415 miles, which is a long time after the 2023 test at 52,000 miles, suggesting the vehicle’s actual mileage is likely in the 100,000-mile range or higher. This means the vehicle is older than its mileage would suggest, and the 2023 test is the most recent data point available. A buyer should inspect the suspension system in detail, focusing on the component mounting areas and the cross member behind the spare wheel, as these were excessively corroded in the 2023 test and again in the 2021 test. The brake pipes and disc surfaces should be checked for corrosion and wear, as the 2023 test flagged excessive corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe and the 2021 test flagged excessive corrosion on the offside front brake pipe. The structural integrity of the nearside and offside sills and door steps should be verified, as the 2021 test noted both were weak and the 2023 test noted the vehicle was very corroded. The tyres should be checked for wear patterns, as the 2017 test noted both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit, and the 2016 test noted front tyres worn on the inner edge.