2013 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT1.8L Diesel

The 2013 Ford Transit Connect presents a stable roadworthiness record over the past three years, with the most recent MOT on 4 July 2025 at 83,189 miles passing without any defects. This consistency extends to the prior two tests in August 2024 (73,190 miles) and September 2023 (65,802 miles), all of which also cleared with no advisories or failures. The only anomaly is a duplicate entry for the September 2023 test—one pass and one fail at identical mileage—suggesting a clerical error rather than a mechanical issue. Given the absence of recurring advisories or failures, the vehicle’s core systems appear to have been maintained adequately, though the lack of recorded defects does not preclude hidden wear in components not routinely inspected during MOTs. The mileage accumulation reflects typical usage for its age, averaging around 6,400 miles per year over the past three years. The gap between the October 2022 test (62,241 miles) and the September 2023 test (65,802 miles) suggests the vehicle was either stored or used sparingly for roughly 11 months, which may have contributed to the duplicate MOT entry. Beyond that, the mileage progression is steady, with no sudden spikes that would indicate aggressive driving or neglect. The most recent test in July 2025 is only 12 months old, providing a current baseline for structural and mechanical integrity. For a buyer, the absence of defects in the MOT history reduces immediate concerns but does not eliminate the need for a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Key areas to scrutinise include the suspension components—specifically the coil springs, shock absorbers, and bushings—given their wear potential over 13 years and 83,000 miles. The braking system should also be checked for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion in the hydraulic lines, even though no issues were recorded in recent tests. Structural integrity, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the underbody, should be examined for corrosion or fatigue cracks, as these are not always caught in standard MOT checks. Finally, while the MOT history is clean, a closer look at the exhaust system for leaks or excessive rust, and the condition of the tyres beyond legal tread depth, would be prudent given the vehicle’s age.