2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · TR57 CAD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in reactive repairs. While the Transit passed its most recent test on April 2026 at 80,752 miles, this followed a failure on the same day involving multiple mechanical defects. The recurrence of a corroded offside front brake pipe across 2023, 2025, and 2026 suggests that the previous owner only addressed specific faults when forced by an MOT failure, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. The vehicle progressed from 72,714 miles in March 2023 to 80,752 miles in April 2026, showing a steady accumulation of 8,000 miles over three years. This low annual mileage explains the age-related degradation observed, such as the perishing tyres noted in 2026 and the smooth brake pedal surface, which often results from time-based oxidation rather than high tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the offside front brake system, as the persistent corrosion of the pipe indicates a lack of attention to fluid lines. The offside front suspension arm bush was flagged as worn in the April 2026 test and should be checked for excessive play that could affect steering precision and tyre wear. Additionally, the nearside front CV boot which was split prior to the 2026 failure must be verified to ensure no grease leakage has compromised the constant velocity joint, which would lead to premature driveshaft failure.