2001 Ford Horsebox 2.4L Diesel · GN51 ACY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 27 May 2025 at 148,856 miles. This result followed a failure just two weeks prior, suggesting that specific issues were rectified immediately upon testing. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, as the failures in 2024 and 2025 were resolved into clean passes without a pattern of recurring mechanical or structural defects across multiple testing cycles. At 25 years old, the recorded mileage of 148,856 represents a low annual average of approximately 5,954 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage over the last three years, with roughly 900 miles covered between April 2023 and April 2024, and another 900 miles between April 2024 and May 2025. This low mileage suggests the vehicle has seen light use, though long periods of standing can often lead to rubber degradation, perished seals, and seized brake components that MOT records cannot fully capture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as older vehicles of this era are prone to hidden corrosion that may not have yet triggered a failure. Given the low mileage, pay close attention to suspension bushes, brake lines, and tyres for age-related cracking rather than tread wear. The recent failures followed by immediate passes indicate the owner is reactive to maintenance, but a thorough check of the exhaust system and fluid remains necessary to ensure long-term reliability.