2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · AV17 PTO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive service pattern rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 108,357 miles, this followed a significant failure just five days prior. The trend shows a cycle of critical safety and mechanical faults being addressed only when they trigger an MOT failure, suggesting the previous owner neglected routine inspections and component replacements until forced by the annual test. At 108,357 miles, this nine-year-old Ford Transit has covered a high average distance of approximately 12,000 miles per year. This high usage is consistent with a commercial vehicle but places considerable strain on heavy-duty components. Between July 2023 at 91,964 miles and the August 2024 test at 100,392 miles, the vehicle covered over 8,400 miles in a year. This consistent accumulation correlates with the rapid deterioration of suspension bushes and braking components noted in the later 2024 records. A buyer must closely inspect the suspension and braking systems, as the 2024 test flagged worn lower suspension arm bushes and deteriorating rubber bushings. The history shows a failure to monitor brake wear, with rear inner pads reaching the 1.5mm legal limit in 2025 and front pads failing the threshold in 2024. The presence of excessive corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe noted in 2024 indicates that the environment or usage has begun to compromise the structural integrity of the hydraulic lines. Electrical reliability also presents a recurring point of concern. The trailer socket suffered from severe water ingress and corrosion in both 2024 and 2025, indicating poor sealing or neglect. The ABS and electronic stability control warning lamps recorded in 2024 suggest intermittent electronic faults that require a diagnostic scan to ensure the safety systems are fully operational beyond the recent pass.