1989 FORD TRANSIT2.5L Diesel

The Ford Transit presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 23 April 2025 at 14,942 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of clean results since the 2022 re-test. The recorded mileage of 14,942 miles against 37 years of age equates to roughly 404 miles per year, confirming exceptionally light use. The records show a tight cluster of activity in late 2022, where the vehicle failed on 31 August at 11,736 miles then passed six days later on 7 September at identical mileage with no defects logged, suggesting an administrative or minor pre-test correction rather than a mechanical fault. From that point, annual increments stayed low: 12,709 miles in March 2023, 14,222 miles in May 2024, and 14,942 miles in April 2025. No rapid accumulation or concerning gaps appear. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and corrosion, given the vehicle's 1989 build and likely prolonged static periods that MOT tests at this age may not fully expose. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers warrant hands-on checks for perishing or binding after years of minimal movement. The exhaust emissions and drivetrain should be run under load to confirm no degradation from standing. The absence of advisories across all passes indicates previous owners kept basic upkeep current, but low mileage on a 37-year-old van does not guarantee freedom from age-related rot. Verify chassis legs, sills, and floor pan for rust before purchase.