FORD TRANSIT2012 · 2.2L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 93,896 miles passed with advisories for an offside rear wheel bearing and a minor offside front oil leak. This follows a significant failure just in October 2025 at 93,570 miles, where the vehicle failed on critical braking efficiency and safety grounds. While the vehicle passed the subsequent test, the frequency of mechanical failures suggests that faults are only addressed once inspection fails. At 93,896 miles, the Transit has averaged approximately 6,700 miles per year, which is consistent with a low-use profile for a commercial vehicle. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 2,300 miles recorded between October 2024 and October 2025. This low annual mileage for a 14-year-old vehicle often indicates lighter loads, but it also raises concerns regarding the degradation of rubber components and seals, which is evidenced by the recurring lighting and suspension issues in the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The 2025 failure revealed imbalanced rear brakes and low efficiency, while the 2023 record noted a worn anti-roll bar linkage. The offside rear wheel bearing currently shows slight play and will require replacement before it leads to a total component failure. Additionally, the offside front oil leak should be monitored to determine if it is a simple seal or a more costly gasket issue on the engine. The recurring history of failed light bulbs across multiple years indicates a lack of basic pre-test checks. The tester also flagged a dangerous condition involving a tyre with exposed cords in 2025, which is a serious safety risk that was ignored until inspection. Inspect the chassis for structural corrosion and corrosion, as the MOT record does not explicitly detail structural integrity, and the age of the vehicle makes rust a likely factor in this Transit model.