2009 FORD TRANSIT2.2L DIESEL

The 2009 Ford Transit remains roadworthy with a current pass recorded on 4 December 2025 at 140,901 miles, yet the underlying maintenance trend is worsening. The most recent test flagged worn and pitted front and rear brake discs, slight play in both front anti-roll bar ball joints, corroded rear brake pipes, and corrosion across the inner and outer sills and seat belt anchorages. This follows a pattern of progressive structural and mechanical decay rather than isolated wear. Mileage accumulation is unusually low for a 17-year-old commercial vehicle. The record shows 129,169 miles in September 2022, then only 130,032 by October 2023, and 130,127 by December 2024, before jumping to 140,901 by December 2025. The near-static 900-mile spread across 2022 to 2024 suggests prolonged standing or very light use, which likely accelerated underside corrosion; the later 10,000-mile year indicates returned regular service. Recurring faults demand a physical inspection before purchase. Brake pipe corrosion appears in every test from 2022 onward, and the tester noted minor to heavy chassis corrosion throughout by December 2024. The October 2023 failure on a fractured near-side rear leaf spring shows previous neglect of suspension integrity. A buyer should probe the sills, foot well, and inner wings for structural rust, verify the EGR exhaust leak flagged in 2024, and confirm the rear leaf springs and anti-roll bar joints are sound. Front lower suspension arm rear bushes and anti-roll bar dust covers have drawn advisories since 2022. The wiper blade defects in 2024 point to skipped basic consumable care. Given the vehicle's age and corrosion profile, a professional underside inspection on a ramp is essential to judge whether structural rigidity remains acceptable beyond the tester's "not excessive" assessments.