2011 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · AF11 VLE

The most recent MOT on 2025-08-14 showed the vehicle passed with minor issues: a non-excessive oil leak and a damaged windscreen that did not impair the driver’s view. However, this follows a pattern of recurring corrosion and suspension wear evident in prior MOTs. The 2024-08-09 failure highlighted significant structural and mechanical risks, including corroded brake pipes, excessive wheel bearing play, worn suspension bushes, and body corrosion reducing structural rigidity. These issues persisted in later checks, indicating ongoing degradation. The trend suggests worsening conditions, particularly with corrosion and suspension components. The 2023-08-15 failure included severe brake disc weakening and pad wear, while the 2024-08-09 failure added suspension and body structure concerns. Though some issues like windscreen damage and oil leaks reappear, the severity of structural and braking faults in 2024 and 2023 indicates a deteriorating state. The vehicle’s high mileage—14,713 miles annually—aligns with heavy use, accelerating wear on critical systems. However, the exact cause of this mileage (constant use vs. frequent short trips) remains unclear, as high mileage alone does not confirm under-use or overuse.