2018 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · AF68 FXW

The most recent MOT on 2025-07-14 recorded two issues: offside front tyre wear close to the legal limit and rear service brake imbalance barely meeting requirements. The brake imbalance suggests potential adjustment or repair needs, as the nearside reading was lower. These findings indicate ongoing maintenance requirements, particularly for tyres and braking components. A recurring pattern of tyre-related defects emerges, including nearside front tyre tears (2024-07-15 and 2024-07-17) and offside front tyre wear (2023-09-29 and 2025-07-14). Tyre wear on edges or near limits often points to alignment, suspension, or driving habits. The 2024 failures highlight structural tyre issues, which could stem from impact damage, manufacturing defects, or prolonged uneven load distribution. The trend shows intermittent but persistent problems. While the 2024 MOT had a failed test for tyre tears, the 2025 MOT showed improvement with no new failures, though brake and tyre wear remained. This suggests some issues were addressed, but underlying factors like suspension or alignment may still contribute to recurring tyre wear. The 2023 MOT also noted similar tyre edge wear, indicating a long-standing pattern.