2011 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · AF11 YEY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in July 2025 at 132,609 miles shows a pass following a failure related to the washer system, registration lamp, and a track rod end. While the vehicle met the minimum legal requirements, the trend of recurring brake-related issues and structural corrosion across multiple years indicates that components are only addressed once they reach the point of a test failure. At 132,609 miles over 15 years, this Ford Transit has covered an average distance of approximately 8,841 miles per year. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 11,700 miles recorded between the 2023 and 2024 tests and another 11,688 miles thereafter. This usage pattern suggests the vehicle is not subjected to long periods of standing, though the consistent mileage explains the gradual degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces across the chassis. A buyer must scrutinise the structural integrity of the vehicle, specifically focusing on the areas where corrosion was previously noted. The tester flagged corrosion on the offside front seat belt anchorage and the nearside rear suspension component mounting in 2024. While these were not considered excessive at the time, rust on load-bearing mounting points tends to progress rapidly on older vans. A physical inspection is required to ensure the offside front brake pipe, which has been corroded for three years, has not developed significant structural thinning. The braking system also shows a history of neglect. In 2023, all four brake pads and discs were flagged as worn or thin, leading to a failure in 2024 for significantly worn front discs. The presence of play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint as of 2025 suggests the steering geometry is beginning to degrade. Any prospective buyer should check for excessive vibration in the steering wheel and verify that the recent brake repairs were executed with quality parts rather than budget-level fixes.