FORD TRANSIT CONNECT2018 · 1.5L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, passing its most recent MOT test on 15 August 2024 at 114,406 miles. While the record shows an initial failure on that same date, the lack of recorded defects suggests either an administrative error or a minor issue that was rectified immediately without triggering a systemic mechanical failure. Since the July 2022 test, the vehicle has maintained a clean record without advisories, indicating a consistent level of basic maintenance during the most recent period of operation. The mileage data reveals a significant increase in usage over the last three years. Between March 2021 at 53,108 miles and the August 2024 test at 114,406 miles, the van covered 61,298 miles in roughly three years. This rate of over 20,000 miles per year far exceeds the national average for a vehicle of this age and suggests heavy commercial or long-distance use. The earlier years of the record show much lower accumulation, but the current high-mileage nature of the vehicle places accelerated stress on the drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking system. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front-end suspension and shock absorbers, as high annual mileage often leads to premature wear of control arms and ball joints. Given the jump in usage, checking the brake discs for thinning and the calipers for binding is also essential. While the MOT history does not flag structural corrosion, the underbody should be examined for rust around the sills and exhaust mounting points, which are common points of failure on Transit Connect models approaching the 125,000-mile mark.