2009 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · AV09 URR

This Ford Transit's MOT history presents a mechanical story of a van that has consistently cleared roadworthiness testing, albeit with an unusual testing pattern. The most recent outcome on 13 November 2025 was a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, confirming the vehicle met all MOT standards at that point. Interestingly, this pass came just two days after a failed test on 11 November 2025, also recorded without defects logged against the vehicle. This rapid retest suggests a straightforward fix was carried out between the two examinations rather than any fundamental mechanical concern. Looking back further, the 2024 cycle mirrors this pattern almost exactly, with a fail on 17 October 2024 followed by a pass on 28 October 2024, while the 2023 test on 30 October 2023 recorded a straightforward pass. The absence of any advisories across the visible record indicates the vehicle has not been flagged for wear items such as deteriorating suspension components, corroded brake lines, or oil leaks that commonly surface on vans of this age, which is a positive indicator for the prospective buyer. At seventeen years old with 112,013 recorded miles, this Transit averages approximately 6,589 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a working van of its vintage. This mileage accumulation rate points to a vehicle that has been in regular service rather than left standing for extended periods or subjected to exceptionally heavy commercial use. The MOT testing pattern is consistent with continuous road use, with annual tests conducted in late October or November, suggesting the van has remained taxed and operational throughout. There are no significant gaps in the testing record visible, which removes concerns about prolonged lay-ups that can lead to issues such as seized brake calipers, deteriorated rubber components, or moisture ingress in fluid systems. For a high-mileage commercial platform like the Transit, consistent usage at this moderate annual rate tends to preserve overall mechanical condition better than sporadic heavy work cycles. Given the complete absence of advisories or defect records across all MOT entries, there is no specific component history to target during inspection, but a prospective test drive should still focus on the areas most prone to wear on a Transit of this age and mileage. On the road, pay particular attention to the front suspension, listening for knocks or clonks from the anti-roll bar drop links, wishbone bushes, and stabiliser bushes when traversing speed bumps or rough surfaces, as these are common Transit wear items even when not flagged at MOT. The steering should feel precise without excessive play, and any clonking when turning at low speed can indicate worn track rod ends or drop link deterioration. When braking, the pedal should feel firm without excessive travel, and the vehicle should pull up in a straight line without tugging to either side, which would suggest a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. A smell of hot brakes after a few stops, or uneven disc surfaces visible through the wheel spokes, can indicate warped front discs which are common on vans that have carried heavy loads. For the engine and under-bonnet inspection, with no recorded oil leaks or emissions advisories, the buyer should still conduct basic due diligence. Check for visible oil misting around the rocker cover gasket and timing chain area, which are known Transit weak points, and look for any staining on the lower engine block that could indicate rear main seal seepage. The exhaust should be checked for corrosion at the joints and rear silencer, particularly given the age of the vehicle. On the underside, examine the subframe mounting points, spring seats, and brake pipes for any surface corrosion that could be approaching the threshold where structural integrity becomes an MOT concern. Finally, confirm the reason behind the two-day gap between the failed and passed tests in late 2025, ensuring any rectification work was thorough and that the rectification notice or failure details are obtained from the previous keeper, as this will provide direct insight into what was identified as requiring attention.