2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · AV14 AEB

The Ford Transit presents a current valid MOT pass dated 9 May 2025 at 202,998 miles, with no defects recorded, indicating the vehicle met roadworthiness standards roughly fourteen months ago. Maintenance trend across the available history remains stable, showing consecutive passes in May 2023, May 2024 and May 2025 alongside a single anomalous failure on 8 May 2024 at 195,297 miles that listed no defects before a subsequent pass five days later. The absence of recurring advisories or mechanical faults suggests consistent compliance, though the unexplained failure merits scrutiny. Registered in 2014, the van has covered approximately 202,998 miles over twelve years, equating to an average annual distance of near 16,900 miles, a high figure reflecting demanding commercial use. Mileage progression shows steady accumulation: 173,214 miles recorded on 25 March 2022, rising to 184,118 by 5 May 2023, then 195,308 on 13 May 2024, and finally 202,998 at the latest test. The slight dip in yearly mileage between 2024 and 2025 to around 7,700 miles may signal reduced workload or partial standing period. Sparse yet clean records reveal no gap beyond the standard twelve-month cycle, but the high total distance implies substantial wear on drivetrain and running gear despite the clear test outcomes. A buyer should inspect suspension bushes, coil springs and shock absorbers given the mileage and age, as these components suffer fatigue not always captured by a defect-free MOT sheet. The tester recorded no corrosion or structural concerns, yet the buyer must check chassis legs, sills and brake lines for rust on a high-mileage Transit. Measure brake discs and calipers for wear and binding, and verify tyre tread depth and sidewall condition despite the absence of advisories. The May 2024 failure with no listed defects requires clarification from the seller or DVSA records; such entries often follow administrative omissions or a retest after minor rectification. Given the van's heavy use, confirm service history and odometer integrity before purchase. The documented MOT trajectory shows mechanical stability, but in-person scrutiny of consumable and structural items remains essential on a 202,000-mile vehicle.