2012 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BF12 DBV

The 2012 Ford Transit presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 4 March 2026 at 127,517 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test showed no defects, though it followed a failed attempt on 27 February 2026 at 127,508 miles where the tester logged no specific defects, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. A prior fail on 24 February 2025 at 118,365 miles, again with no defects recorded, preceded a pass three days later at 118,486 miles. These repeated no-defect failures hint at test centre processing anomalies rather than worsening condition. The van has covered 127,517 miles over roughly fourteen years, averaging about 9,108 miles annually which is typical for a light commercial of this age. Mileage accumulation stayed low between December 2023 and February 2025, rising only 1,504 miles across that span, then climbed 9,031 miles in the following twelve months to the latest test. The sparse record shows no advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions at any stage, so the data gives little insight into consumable wear or structural integrity beyond the bare pass results. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of the front suspension arms, coil springs, and subframe for corrosion given the vehicle's age and winter exposure risk. The twin no-defect failures in February 2025 and February 2026 warrant confirmation that the DVSA records reflect genuine test outcomes and not undocumented rectification work. Check the rear brake calipers for binding and measure tyre tread and wiper condition, as these consumables leave no trace in a clean MOT sheet yet degrade with standing time.