2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · RJ67 AAU

A 2017 Ford Transit carrying 108,767 miles presents a roadworthiness profile dominated by annual MOT mileage accumulation rather than any specific component weakness visible in the test record. Across five recorded DVSA tests spanning 2023 to 2025, the vehicle has alternated between pass and fail outcomes, with two recorded failures (one on 2023-10-06 and another on 2025-08-19) but crucially no advisories or defect entries documented against either failure. The most recent activity on 2025-08-19 shows both a pass and a fail recorded on the same date, which typically indicates a retest was conducted immediately after a repair, with the vehicle subsequently passing. Overall, the trend is one of repeated test attendance with no flagged components, suggesting the vehicle is consistently being maintained to a roadworthy standard but is clearly a working vehicle requiring regular annual testing. At roughly 12,085 miles per year, this Transit sits well above the average accumulation for a passenger car of its age, although for a commercial van of this type driven for work, the figure remains within a plausible operational range. The mileage progression across tests suggests steady, continuous use rather than extended periods off the road, which is mechanically significant for a vehicle of this size and configuration. High annual mileage on a Transit places greater demand on the clutch, dual-mass flywheel (where fitted), turbocharger, braking system, suspension bushes, and rear leaf springs, all of which endure additional wear cycles per year compared with a lower-mileage equivalent. The absence of any recorded advisory notes is unusual for a van at this mileage, which may indicate that wear items are being replaced prior to test rather than flagged, but it also means there is no documented evidence of specific component deterioration to weigh. For a prospective buyer, the priority on inspection should be the drivetrain components most stressed under sustained high-mileage commercial use. During a test drive, listen for clonking or rattling from beneath the vehicle on changes of direction or over speed humps, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or transverse leaf spring bushes; the Transit is particularly known for wear in these areas. Pay close attention to clutch take-up and any judder or slip under load, as the dual-mass flywheel and clutch assembly are high-cost items at this mileage. Check for excessive play in the steering and any pulling to one side under braking, which could point to worn track rod ends or seized brake caliper slide pins, both common on high-mileage Transits. Inspect the rear leaf springs for cracked or sagging main leaves and the shock absorbers for fluid misting or top-mount deterioration. Underneath the vehicle, a thorough examination for corrosion is warranted, particularly around the rear spring hangers, front subframe mounting points, and brake pipe runs along the chassis rails, as Transits of this generation are known to develop structural corrosion in these areas. With no advisories recorded to guide the buyer toward a specific weakness, a physical inspection on a ramp or with the wheels raised is strongly advisable to check for oil seepage from the rear main seal or sump, perished CV joint gaiters, and exhaust box corrosion. The brake discs and pads should be measured for remaining material, and the handbrake mechanism on the rear drums checked for adjustment and effectiveness. Given the mileage and working-van history, budgeting for replacement of consumables such as front discs and pads, a set of tyres, and potentially suspension bushes within the first year of ownership would be prudent.