2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · AA11 PJA

The 2017 Ford Transit demonstrates a historically stable maintenance trend, passing its last recorded MOT on 2023-04-06 at 133,812 miles with zero defects. The preceding test on 2022-04-20 at 125,258 miles also passed cleanly, confirming the vehicle met minimum safety standards during that period. A significant gap exists in the testing history, however, with no recorded MOTs for over three years as of July 2026. This absence of recent testing creates a substantial blind spot regarding the vehicle's current structural and mechanical integrity. The recorded mileage accumulation shows a notable slowdown in the final year of testing. Between April 2022 and April 2023, the Transit covered just 8,554 miles, a marked decrease compared to the vehicle's overall average of roughly 14,868 miles per year. This drop suggests the van experienced prolonged periods of standing or significantly reduced commercial use during that timeframe. Extended standing can cause latent issues such as seized brake calipers, perished rubber suspension bushes, and flat-spotted tyres, which a simple mileage figure alone does not reveal. Given the high overall mileage and the three-year testing void, a thorough physical inspection must focus on structural corrosion and drivetrain wear. Check the chassis rails, outriggers, and wheel arches for advanced corrosion, as Transits of this age and mileage frequently suffer from structural rust. Inspect the suspension components, specifically the coil springs and anti-roll bar links, for cracking or wear. The braking system requires close scrutiny; pull the wheels to measure disc thickness and check for binding calipers or uneven pad wear, common issues when high-mileage commercial vehicles sit idle. Verify the condition of the exhaust system and DPF, ensuring no leaks or emissions faults have developed since the last clean test.