2010 FORD TRANSIT2.4L DIESEL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the history reveals a worsening structural and mechanical trend. While it passed the most recent test in November 2025 at 210,598 miles, this followed two failures within the same month. The transition from a failure in October 2025 to a pass in November suggests that reactive repairs were made rather than a proactive maintenance schedule. The presence of a hole in the offside front sill indicates that the vehicle has reached a critical stage of structural decay. At 210,598 miles over 16 years, this Transit has averaged approximately 13,162 miles per year, indicating heavy usage. There is a significant gap in records between June 2022 and October 2025, during which the vehicle covered only 17 miles over three years. This suggests a long period of non-use or storage, which often correlates with the accelerated corrosion seen in later tests. The high mileage places immense strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, which is evidenced by the recurring mechanical failures noted. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the inner sills and chassis rails. The record shows a persistent progression of rust from minor corrosion in 2021 and 2022 to actual holes in the sills by 2025. Attention is also required for the braking system; the tester flagged excessive corrosion on multiple brake pipes in October 2025, which remains a high-risk area if not fully replaced. Furthermore, the failed anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover and ineffective wiper wipers indicate that peripheral rubber and plastic components are reaching the end of their functional life. Given the structural history, a professional underside inspection is essential to verify that the integrity of the main frame has not been compromised beyond the surface-level repairs.