2009 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BD09 LLJ

The roadworthiness history of this Ford Transit reveals a severe decline in mechanical standards and structural integrity. In the most recent test on 28 January 2025 at 278,378 miles, the vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure. The tester identified that half of the service brakes had no recorded effort, the brake pedal had insufficient travel, and the brake fluid was invisible. This critical failure was accompanied by a failing nearside front wheel bearing, a fractured offside front coil spring, and leaking hydraulic brake pipes. The inspector explicitly noted that the vehicle was being driven in a knowingly dangerous condition. The vehicle shows high-mileage usage, covering 278,378 miles over 17 years, which averages over 16,000 miles per year. Between the February 2023 and January 2025 tests, the vehicle covered nearly 19,000 miles, suggesting heavy daily use despite mounting issues. While the vehicle passed an MOT in August 2023 at 259,186 miles, it already showed signs of neglect such as pitted brake discs and corrosion on brake hoses, which rapidly deteriorated into the major failures seen in 2025. Structural integrity is a primary concern for this van. Records from February 2023 at 259,170 miles highlighted excessive corrosion in suspension component mounting areas across the sills and floor, which significantly reduced structural strength. Furthermore, multiple seat belt anchorages were failed for reduced strength due to the body sill and door steps. By January 2025, the offside rear suspension mounting was flagged as excessively corroded and significantly reducing structural strength. This progression of deep rust and structural failure indicates the chassis is reaching the end of its viable life.