2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BC02 CDC

The 2026‑04‑01 MOT at 88,876 miles passed, indicating the vehicle was deemed roadworthy at that point, but the preceding 2026‑03‑24 failure at the same mileage revealed serious deficiencies including worn brake pads, low hydraulic fluid, structural rust on sills, steering rack play and binding front service brakes, showing a mixed maintenance trend rather than steady improvement. Over the 14‑year lifespan the mileage has risen from 45,597 miles in 2017 to 88,876 miles in 2026, averaging about 6,300 miles per year; the most rapid accumulation occurred between 2018 and 2020 when the count jumped from 53,800 to 68,780 miles, and again from 2020 to 2021 when it increased by roughly 10,000 miles, after which the annual increase slowed to under 2,000 miles, suggesting consistent use with no prolonged periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore prioritize inspection of the structural sills and integral bodywork for corrosion that may have compromised rigidity, the steering rack inner joints for excessive play, the front and rear brake assemblies for binding, pitted discs and worn hoses, and the condition of the leaf spring shackles and suspension bushes, as these items have repeatedly appeared across multiple tests. Additional checks of tyre tread depth, inflation, CV boot integrity, and the presence of oil leaks or engine warning lights are advisable, given the history of tyre perishing, cracked sidewalls, and intermittent brake‑related advisories that could indicate neglect of consumable maintenance.