FORD TRANSIT CONNECT2010 · 1.8L Diesel

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 29 July 2024 at 249,416 miles, which remains valid until 28 July 2025. Given that today is 13 July 2026, the vehicle is currently operating without a valid MOT test, rendering it technically unroadworthy for public highway use. The maintenance record appears exceptionally clean, showing no recorded defects or advisories across the last five tests. While a clean history suggests diligent upkeep, the absence of any minor advisories over such high mileage is statistically unusual for a commercial vehicle of this age and may indicate a lack of rigorous inspection or a history of superficial preparation before testing. This Ford Transit Connect has covered 249,416 miles over sixteen years, averaging approximately 15,588 miles per annum. This consistent, high-intensity usage pattern is typical for a commercial vehicle, implying significant wear across the drivetrain, transmission, and chassis components. The gap between the 2021 and 2023 tests shows a period of reduced activity or potentially off-road storage, followed by a steady resumption of mileage. The failed test on 3 July 2024, followed by a pass just twenty-six days later, suggests a minor rectification was required, though the lack of specific defect data in the record leaves the nature of this failure ambiguous. Prospective buyers must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and structural integrity, as the MOT record provides no insight into corrosion levels often found in high-mileage Transits. You should check the suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs for play or fatigue, as these components are frequently overlooked in clean test histories but suffer heavily under high-mileage commercial loads. Examine the brake lines and fuel pipes for signs of surface rust or recent patches. Given the current lack of a valid certificate, any purchase should be contingent upon the vehicle passing a fresh, independent MOT test to confirm that the mechanical condition matches the clean history presented in the DVSA database.