2009 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · AD59 KCX

The 2009 Ford Transit Connect presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 13 January 2026 at 191,789 miles with zero defects recorded. The vehicle failed its MOT just eight days prior on 5 January 2026 at 191,765 miles, yet no defects were recorded for that failure either. This pattern mirrors the December 2023 test, where a failure at 166,085 miles was immediately rectified for a pass at 166,098 miles on 3 January 2024. The absence of recorded defects across both failures and the subsequent clean passes suggests minor, easily rectified issues rather than chronic mechanical faults. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a commercial van of this age, averaging roughly 11,282 miles annually. Between the January 2024 pass at 166,098 miles and the January 2025 pass at 178,495 miles, the van covered 12,397 miles. The following twelve months saw a slight uptick to 13,270 miles, recorded at the January 2026 failure. There are no significant gaps in the testing history or anomalous drops in mileage, indicating consistent, regular use without prolonged periods of inactivity. Despite the clean MOT record, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the structural and mechanical wear expected at 191,789 miles. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, as high-mileage Transits frequently suffer from sagging rear springs and worn trailing arm bushes. Check the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding, and inspect the exhaust system for corrosion or leaking joints. Pay close attention to the vehicle's underbody and sills for structural rust, a common affliction for vans of this era, ensuring the load-bearing integrity remains uncompromised.