1989 Ford Transit 2.0L Petrol · F702 KND

The overall roadworthiness status is poor, with the most recent test on 9 September 2025 at 72,006 miles passing with a range of outstanding advisories. The maintenance trend is unstable, with the vehicle failing the 27 August 2025 test at 71,996 miles on nine separate items, including rear fog lamp, seat belt webbing, rear shock absorber bush, and multiple suspension and anti-roll bar issues. The 2025 test retained the same seat belt and suspension faults, while introducing a new failure on the rear fog lamp switch. The 2024 and 2023 tests show a pattern of recurring corrosion and minor exhaust leaks, but no major structural or braking failures. The mileage of 72,006 miles over 37 years averages 1,946 miles per year, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. The low mileage suggests the car may have been driven primarily on short trips or sat for long periods, which can mask wear on suspension components and tyres. The 2025 test at 72,006 miles shows the same mileage as the 2024 test at 71,710 miles, indicating a stable but slow accumulation of wear. The 2024 test at 71,708 miles shows a rapid increase of 102 miles in a single test, which is unusual and may indicate a data entry error or a very short test period. The 2023 test at 71,526 miles shows a 182-mile increase, which is more typical for a vehicle with low mileage. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person, paying close attention to the suspension system, including the rear shock absorbers, anti-roll bar linkages, and front suspension arms, as corrosion is present on multiple components. The seat belt webbing and rear fog lamp switch are recurring faults that should be replaced. The structural rust on the front and rear subframes, sill areas, and chassis mounting points is a significant concern, as it compromises the vehicle's integrity. The brakes, while not failing in the most recent test, were flagged as imbalanced in 2022 and 2024, and the 2025 test did not address this, so a full brake inspection is essential. The low mileage and corrosion on the suspension and structural components suggest the vehicle may require significant investment to become roadworthy.