FORD TRANSIT2013 · 2.2L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a clean MOT record following a minor setback. The most recent test in September 2024 at 170,005 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the mechanical and structural components currently meet minimum standards. While the vehicle failed its test in September 2023 at 169,673 miles, the immediate pass on the same day suggests the owner addressed the identified faults promptly without allowing a deteriorating trend to develop. The mileage profile reflects consistent high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 13,000 miles per year over its thirteen-year life. There is a significant jump of 25,588 miles recorded between January 2021 and February 2022, followed by roughly 6,000 miles in the period leading up to the September 2023 test. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used for regular commercial work, which places considerable strain on the drivetrain and suspension components. The lack of long gaps between testing indicates the vehicle has remained in active service rather than sitting stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas most susceptible to high-mileage wear on a Transit chassis. Given the 170,000-mile mark, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is essential as these components often fatigue under heavy loads. The inspector should also look for corrosion on the structural members and brake pipe lines, as high-mileage environments often accelerate surface rust. While the recent records are clean, verifying the state of binding calipers and the thickness of the discs will ensure the high annual mileage has not led to underlying mechanical neglect of the braking system.