2007 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · AF07 OGE

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a trend of deferred maintenance and structural neglect. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 164,419 miles, this result followed a significant failure that revealed critical mechanical weaknesses. The presence of recurring play in the steering rack inner joints, corroded front coil springs, and a failing wheel bearing indicates that the owner is only addressing faults when necessary to pass the annual test, rather than performing preventative maintenance on vital safety components. At 164,419 miles, this nineteen-year-old Transit has averaged approximately 8,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light-commercial usage patterns. However, the data shows a period of rapid use between August 2024 and October 2025, where the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles in just fourteen months. The gap between the July 2023 failure and the August 2024 pass shows a period of lower mileage, which may have coincided with the deterioration of the structural integrity of the chassis. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and inner sills. The July 2023 record flagged significant corrosion that reduced the rigidity of the inner sills, a serious structural defect that was not mentioned in the subsequent pass, suggesting the rust may be progressing or was poorly monitored. The persistent oil leaks from the steering rack and engine, combined with a noted defective gearbox mount, suggest high engine and drivetrain wear. Close attention should be paid to the front suspension geometry and steering assembly, as these have consistently shown signs of wear and corrosion across multiple testing years.