2011 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · BL60 OGU

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by recurring structural issues and signs of reactive neglect. While it passed its most recent test on 8 October 2025 at 188,765 miles, the history reveals a pattern of failing tests immediately before retests. The persistence of an engine engine management light failure in both 2024 and 2025 suggests that critical electrical faults were ignored or merely cleared to pass the inspection rather than addressing the underlying mechanical cause. At 188,765 miles, this 2011 Ford Transit has covered a significant distance averaging approximately 12,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 3,000 miles recorded between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 3,000 miles leading into the 2025 tests. This high-mileage profile places immense stress on the heavy chassis and drivetrain, which is reflected in the frequent failures of wear-related components noted in the record. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, as the tester has consistently flagged corrosion across the inner sills, outer sills, outriggers, and wheel arches. While the current records state structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, the spread of rust across multiple zones indicates an ongoing process that will likely accelerate. The suspension also requires scrutiny; the record notes a fractured nearside rear leaf spring and an excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, suggesting the undercarriage components are nearing their service limit. The braking system shows clear signs of neglect, with front brake discs noted as worn, pitted, or scored across three consecutive years. The failure for low parking brake efficiency in 2024 further indicates the handbrake mechanism may require significant adjustment or component replacement. Given the history of inoperative engine lights and recurring structural corrosion, a professional mechanic should perform a diagnostic scan to ensure there are no hidden sensor faults that the MOT process failed to resolve.