2010 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · EK10 AAX

The 2024‑04‑17 MOT passed the vehicle, yet the accumulated advisories reveal a maintenance trend that is worsening rather than stable. The tester flagged binding rear brakes, slight play in the offside front track rod end, nearside steering rack inner joint, and offside anti‑roll bar ball joint, while also noting oil leakage, a corroded front brake pipe, and worn brake discs and pads. These recurring issues indicate that previous owners have not addressed fundamental mechanical and corrosion concerns consistently. At 123,288 miles and 16 years of age, the annual average of 7,706 miles is typical, but the mileage history shows irregular jumps, notably the increase from 109,908 miles in March 2021 to 115,672 miles in March 2022 and a jump of roughly 60,000 miles between the 2020 and 2021 records, suggesting possible data inconsistencies or periods of heavy use. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension components for play in the offside front track rod end, nearside anti‑roll bar ball joint and steering rack inner joint, inspect the condition of the brake discs for pitting or scoring, verify pad thickness, and look for any fresh corrosion on the brake pipes and chassis, while also testing the parking brake efficiency and checking tyre tread depth. The recurring oil leak, the history of failed parking brake efficiency tests, and the persistent brake pipe corrosion suggest that neglect of fluid systems and under‑body rust protection may have been common, so a thorough visual inspection of the undercarriage and a pressure test of the brake lines are essential before purchase.