1996 Ford Transit 2.5L Diesel · N614 AJM

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy following a failure on 10 April 2026 at 125,462 miles. While the record shows a stable trend of clean passes from November 2021 through April 2025, the most recent failure without listed defects suggests a potential administrative error or a failure on a non-recorded item. This sudden shift after years of clean tests requires immediate clarification to determine the actual mechanical state of the van. The mileage is exceptionally low for a thirty year old commercial vehicle, averaging roughly 4,182 miles per year. The accumulation has been steady and modest, increasing from 114,265 miles in November 2021 to 125,462 miles by April 2026. Such low usage often indicates the vehicle has spent significant time stationary, which can lead to perished rubber components and seized brakes despite the lack of wear-related failures in the history. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection for structural corrosion, particularly on the chassis and sills, as these are common failure points for 1990s Transits that often go unrecorded until they become critical. Check for perished suspension bushes and cracked coil springs, as these degrade over time regardless of mileage. The absence of any advisories over the last five years is unusual for a vehicle of this vintage. Inspect the brake discs for surface pitting and check for binding calipers, which frequently occur when a vehicle is under-utilised. Verify the current MOT status to resolve the discrepancy of the April 2026 failure before proceeding.