2012 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · FG12 ADV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection on 11 June 2025 at 118,574 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This suggests the current owner is proactive in rectifying identified faults immediately to maintain legal compliance. Since the last test took place over a year ago, the vehicle is currently within its valid MOT window, though a fresh inspection will be due shortly. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a fourteen-year-old commercial vehicle. Averaging approximately 8,470 miles per year, the Transit has not seen excessive heavy-duty-distance strain, which aligns with typical usage patterns. Data shows a clear progression of 4,463 miles between the May 2023 test at 111,060 miles and the June 2024 test at 115,523 miles, followed by another 3,051 miles reaching the June 2025 record of 118,574 miles. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has been subjected to regular use rather than long periods of stagnation which often leads to perished rubber and seized components. While the record is clean of recurring advisories, the initial failures in 2023 and 2025 indicate that mechanical components occasionally require attention before passing. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these are common wear points on this model. Given the age and mileage, a close check of the chassis for corrosion and the sills is necessary to ensure no hidden structural decay has developed despite the recent defect-free test results.