FORD TRANSIT1994 · 2.5L DIESEL

Based on the available DVSA MOT records, the most recent test took place on 14 May 2007 at 87,218 miles, meaning there is now a gap of nearly nineteen years with no recorded re-test. That pass was clean, with no defects recorded, but the absence of any subsequent entries makes it impossible to confirm the vehicle's current roadworthiness status. The maintenance trend cannot be assessed beyond that date. The mileage record shows a single figure of 87,218 miles appearing in both the failed test on 11 May 2007 and the passed test three days later. No earlier or later readings exist, so the annualised figure of roughly 2,726 miles cannot be verified against a broader history. The vehicle may have seen very light use or long periods of standing, which itself poses risks such as deteriorated rubber components, stale fuel, and latent corrosion in brake and fuel systems. The failure on 11 May 2007 flagged extensive corrosion across multiple suspension mounting prescribed areas, both excessive and non-excessive, along with corrosion to all coil springs and a shock absorber casing. Although the retest three days later passed, the nature of those defects points to widespread under-body and suspension corrosion that was addressed at the time but may have returned without ongoing treatment. A buyer should thoroughly inspect all suspension mounting points, subframe mounting areas, and coil springs for active corrosion, paying particular attention to the nearside and offside rear sections where the most severe defects were recorded. The same failure also identified brake deficiencies, including low service and parking brake efficiency and imbalance across an axle, plus a worn nearside rear tyre. These items were rectified before the retest, but with no further MOT data there is no evidence the braking system has been maintained since. A buyer should examine the condition of all brake discs, drums, calipers, and cables, and verify that the handbrake holds securely on a slope. Given the age of the vehicle and the long gap in testing, a full under-body inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly advised before any purchase.