2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YH63 AEL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 2 March 2026 at 142,476 miles. While the most recent result shows no defects, the maintenance trend is concerningly regressive. The vehicle suffered a significant failure in December 2025 at 142,445 miles due to structural corrosion on the offside front outer sill and a fault with the supplementary restraint system warning lamp. This represents a serious degradation in structural integrity compared to the clean pass recorded in 2022. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The data shows steady usage from 55,991 miles in October 2016 through to the current 142,476 miles. There are no obvious periods of long-term inactivity, as the annual increments remain relatively stable. The vehicle has transitioned from a period of light, clean maintenance between 2018 and 2020 into a phase of increasing mechanical and structural wear. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the chassis and sills. The December 2025 failure for structural corrosion on the offside front outer sill suggests that rust is an active issue on this vehicle. Given that the December 2024 test also flagged a corroded offside front brake pipe, the presence of oxidation in the lower sections of the vehicle is a recurring theme. It is vital to verify that the recent structural repairs were sufficient and that the corrosion has not spread to other load-bearing members. The history also indicates a pattern of wear in the braking and suspension systems. The 2021 test identified multiple issues including worn front brake discs, a failing nearside front wheel bearing, and worn suspension arm bushes on both sides. While these specific components may have been addressed, the tendency for suspension bushes and brake components to reach the limit of their service life suggests a vehicle that is being run until components fail rather than being proactively maintained. A thorough check of the current suspension bushings, brake pipe condition, and the SRS system functionality is essential.