2002 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · YT52 AEG

The 2002 Ford Transit shows a history of significant structural degradation and inconsistent maintenance of mechanical components. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 247,520 miles passed with no defects, this follows a period of frequent failures and numerous minor advisories. In June 2024 at 247,366 miles, the vehicle failed due to critical structural issues, including significant corrosion on the inner sills and front vehicle structure. The fact that the vehicle passed again just a year later suggests major structural repairs were made, though the recurring nature of heavy corrosion remains a primary concern for a vehicle of this age. The vehicle has covered 247,520 miles over approximately 24 years, averaging roughly 10,000 miles per year. This usage profile is typical for a commercial vehicle of this era, though there is a notable gap in records between 2022 and 2024, during which the vehicle covered only 1,499 miles. This period of lower use often correlates with the accumulation of minor issues seen in the 2024 test, such as imbalanced brakes, worn suspension bushes, and a minor exhaust leak. Mechanical records indicate a persistent struggle with braking performance and suspension wear. Tests in 2021 and 2024 both highlighted imbalanced brakes and inadequate parking brake efficiency, suggesting the system requires frequent adjustment. The suspension also shows a trend of wear in the arm bushes and central prop shaft joints, which are expected on a high-mileage Transit van. While the 2025 test was clean, the lack of advisories after a history full of thinning brake pads and worn tyres warrants a thorough inspection of the current braking state and structural integrity to ensure previous repairs were effective.