2019 Ford Transit Connect 1.5L Diesel · BP19 UXE

The 2019 Ford Transit Connect presents a strong and improving maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 12 February 2026 at 46,613 miles, passed cleanly with zero defects or advisories recorded. This marks three consecutive flawless tests, a significant turnaround from the tyre wear issues flagged in 2022 and 2023. The record suggests the previous owner addressed the recurring tyre wear and puncture faults promptly, and the vehicle has since required no remedial work to maintain roadworthiness. The mileage accumulation of roughly 6,659 miles per year is entirely typical for a light commercial van of this age. The annual increments remain consistent, with no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in recorded distance that might indicate a tampered odometer or prolonged periods of disuse. The steady progression from 23,176 miles in June 2022 to 46,613 miles in February 2026 confirms regular, active service rather than a garage-kept curiosity. Despite the clean recent record, the 2022 and 2023 tests revealed a pattern of uneven and accelerated tyre wear, including a nail puncture in the offside front tyre and both front tyres worn to 1.6 mm by June 2022. A buyer should inspect the condition and alignment of all four tyres and wheels carefully. Uneven wear on the outer edges and inner shoulders often points to suspension geometry issues, worn tracking, or aggressive cornering habits. Check the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers for play, as these components directly influence tyre wear patterns on a front-wheel-drive van. The Transit Connect's commercial duty cycle places extra strain on braking and structural components. Although no brake or corrosion defects have appeared in the MOT record, a physical inspection of the underside is wise. Look for surface corrosion on the chassis rails, subframe mounting points, and around the rear suspension spring seats. On a test drive, listen for binding rear calipers or dragging handbrake cables, common issues on vans that see frequent stop-start urban work. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but hands-on verification of these mechanical areas remains essential before purchase.