2011 FORD TRANSIT2.4L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 26 January 2024 at 142,620 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle met all minimum standards at that time. This trend of clean results suggests the previous owners maintained a proactive approach to preventing the mechanical failures that typically affect vans of this age. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a fifteen-year-old light commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per annum. Between May 2019 and November 2020, the vehicle covered 23,164 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The more recent data shows a smaller but regular interval, with 5,130 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This pattern suggests regular operational use rather than extreme heavy-duty cycles, which generally correlates with less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components. While the digital record is clean, the age and mileage of this Ford Transit necessitate a physical inspection of common failure points for this model. A buyer should specifically examine the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear arches and mounting points, as rust often develops undetected between tests. Given the lack of recorded advisories, the inspector should also check for perished suspension bushes and leaking shock absorbers, as these components degrade over time without necessarily triggering an immediate MOT failure. Since the last recorded MOT was over two years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for a test. The significant gap in testing since January 2024 means the current mechanical state of the brakes, tyres, and emissions system remains unverified. A fresh inspection is required prior to any purchase to ensure that no safety-critical defects have developed during the eighteen months of inactivity or continued use since the last recorded entry.