FORD TRANSIT2007 · 2.4L DIESEL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a gradual accumulation of suspension and structural wear issues. The most recent test in March 2025 at 138,748 miles passed despite a noted corrosion on the nearside rear leaf spring shackle bracket. While this did not result in a failure, it points to the onset of structural degradation that is common in vans of this age. The transition from a clean record in 2021 to multiple mechanical advisories suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where components require more frequent replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage-use commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 18,930 miles recorded between January 2022 and February 2023, followed by a more steady increase of roughly 7,000 to 13,000 miles annually thereafter. This low mileage relative to its 19-year-old suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy daily strain, but the age of rubber components and metal fatigue remains regardless of the total distance driven. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows recurring play in the anti-roll bar ball joints and linkages across 2022 and 2024. The persistence of these faults suggests that the steering and stability components are nearing the end of their service life. Furthermore, the corrosion on the rear leaf spring shackle bracket noted in 2025 requires close monitoring to ensure the rust does not progress into a structural failure. The exhaust system should also be checked for secure mounting following the defective mounting flagged in early 2023.