2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · AF12 WFU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in July 2024 passed at 175,728 miles, it followed a failure just one day prior due to lighting and securing issues. The persistence of corrosion on the offside front and central brake pipes is a recurring concern that suggests the vehicle is exposed to harsh environments or salt-related degradation which is only addressed when it threatens an MOT test failure. At 14 years old, this Ford Transit has covered a high volume of mileage for its age, averaging approximately 12,500 miles per year. The data shows a significant period of activity between March 2021 and June 2022, where the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in just fifteen months. This high mileage indicates consistent commercial use, which accelerates the wear on chassis-related components. The two-year gap since the last recorded MOT in July 2024 means the vehicle has now operated for a significant portion of its current life cycle without a formal safety inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and underbody. The recurring reports of corroded brake pipes covered in grease in 2021 and 2024 indicate that the lines are thinning and likely require immediate replacement to prevent sudden failure. The history of inner-edge tyre wear on the front in 2022 suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that remain unaddressed. Attention should also be paid to the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as high-mileage usage and documented corrosion often lead to structural fatigue in vans of this age.