FORD TRANSIT2002 · 2.4L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of accelerating structural and braking system degradation. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 145,181 miles resulted in a pass, it identified significant corrosion across all four brake pipes. This follows a volatile period in July and August of 2024 where the vehicle failed multiple tests due to brake efficiency and imbalance issues, suggesting that while repairs are being made, the underlying condition of the components is declining. At 145,181 miles over 24 years, the Transit has averaged approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with light commercial or age-related use. The data shows a period of high activity in mid-summer 2024, where the vehicle covered only 44 miles between two failures and underwent three separate MOT tests. This cluster indicates a concentrated effort to rectify mechanical failures within a short window. The mileage remains relatively low for the year, but the age of the vehicle makes it highly susceptible to material-related decay rather than high-mileage wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough underbody inspection of the sills, inner step areas, and front wing, as the record consistently flags general corrosion and specific structural rust. The presence of grease on corroded brake pipes noted in 2025 is often an attempt to hide surface decay, necessitating a close look at the integrity of the metal lines. Furthermore, the worn offside front suspension arm bush identified in 2025 indicates that the suspension is reaching the end of its service life. Given the history of lagging and imbalanced brakes, the calipers and wheel cylinders should be checked for seizing to ensure the previous failures are not recurring.