2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · R16 DAR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on March 18, 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent inspection failure occurred just one day prior due to a split offside outer drive shaft CV boot, which was promptly rectified to achieve a pass. This immediate turnaround suggests the owner addresses critical mechanical faults only once they trigger an MOT failure, which can lead to secondary component damage between services. The mileage profile is consistent with a 13-year-old commercial vehicle averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the vehicle covered 2,305 miles, while it added 1,806 miles in the year leading up to the latest test. This low annual usage typically reduces the mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it increases the risk of perished rubber components, such as bushes and steering hoses, degrading due to age and stagnation rather than distance traveled. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension system given the fractured offside rear leaf spring recorded in March 2024 at 77,585 miles. The tester also noted seepage from the offside front power steering pipe and worn brake discs on both rear sides in 2025. You must verify that the steering leak has been resolved and check the thickness of the rear discs to ensure they are not nearing their minimum limit. The recent CV boot failure also necessitates a visual check of the drive shaft for grease leakage to ensure the joint has not suffered internal damage from dirt contamination.