FORD TRANSIT2007 · 2.4L DIESEL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a stable trend of progressive structural corrosion and component wear. The most recent test in April 2026 at 15,766 miles confirmed the vehicle passed despite recurring issues that have persisted for five consecutive years. While the vehicle meets the legal standard, the repetition of specific advisories suggests that the owner is addressing only the minimum requirements necessary to pass the MOT test rather than performing long-term preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nineteen-year-old Ford Transit, averaging approximately 830 miles per year. Between April 2022 and April 2026, the vehicle covered only 2,580 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of stationary time. This low usage often leads to the mechanical issues seen in the record, such as the pitting and scoring on the front brake discs, which occur when the braking system is not regularly used enough to clear away surface rust and oxidation on the metal surfaces. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside and nearside front integral body structures. The record consistently flags corrosion on the inner flitch and sills back to 2024, and while the tester noted that structural rigidity is not yet reduced, this type of rust on Transits typically accelerates once it reaches the surface. You should check for bubbling paint or thinning metal in these specific areas to ensure the corrosion does not become a structural failure in the near future. The front brakes also require immediate attention as they have been flagged as worn and pitted in every test since 2022 without any evidence of replacement. Additionally, the offside headlamp has been noted as damaged for the last five years, which should be replaced to ensure proper beam pattern alignment. Given the low mileage, also inspect the rubber components, tyres, and wiper blades for cracking, as these parts often perish through age and dryness when a vehicle sits for long periods.