2014 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · B2 HNM

The 2014 Ford Transit Connect remains roadworthy, passing its most recent MOT in April 2026 at 128,917 miles, yet the maintenance trend is worsening. The latest test flagged a Nearside Front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint with slight play and an Offside Front Outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated. A tester also noted an inoperative Offside Rear registration plate lamp. These new advisories compound a history of recurring mechanical neglect, indicating the vehicle has not received thorough preventative maintenance. Covering roughly 10,743 miles per year, the mileage is typical for a twelve-year-old commercial vehicle. The records reveal a notable gap between the December 2021 test at 112,462 miles and the February 2023 test at 115,940 miles, suggesting the vehicle stood idle or saw very light use for fourteen months. Following this period, the mileage accumulation steadied, with the odometer climbing 6,687 miles between February 2023 and April 2025, and another 6,687 miles by April 2026. A buyer must inspect the braking system and drivetrain closely. Testers flagged worn, pitted, or scored brake discs on all four corners in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Repeated disc pitting usually points to severe corrosion from prolonged standing or aggressive driving rather than standard wear. The Offside Front Outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot was severely deteriorated in both 2024 and 2026, implying a temporary repair was performed or the joint itself is now contaminated and requires immediate replacement. The rear suspension warrants a thorough physical examination. Testers noted slight external damage to the rear shock absorber casings in 2023 and 2024, which suggests physical impact or advanced corrosion compromising structural integrity. Combined with the newly flagged Nearside Front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint play, the suspension components show signs of fatigue. A pre-purchase inspection should check for corrosion on the chassis and subframe, given the repeated shock absorber damage and persistent drivetrain faults.