2007 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BU52 CKS

The 2007 Ford Transit presents a stable and recently resolved maintenance picture. The most recent test on 11 June 2025 at 87,504 miles passed cleanly with zero defects, indicating that the minor electrical and retention faults flagged on the same day's initial failure were promptly rectified. The overall trend is one of improvement, with the vehicle moving from a pattern of recurring brake wear advisories and a parking brake efficiency failure in 2023 to a fully compliant pass within the last twelve months. The recorded mileage of 87,504 miles across nineteen years equates to roughly 4,605 miles per year, which is notably low for a commercial Transit of this era. The mileage progression is sparse but consistent: 84,566 miles in April 2021, 84,928 and 84,958 miles across the two September 2023 tests, and 87,504 miles by June 2025. This suggests a gap in testing between 2021 and 2023, with approximately 2,500 miles covered in that two-year window, followed by a further 2,500 miles over the subsequent two years. The low annual accumulation points to light use or extended periods of standing, which can mask wear on consumables while allowing moisture-related corrosion to develop on underbody components. The 2023 failure and pass records reveal a persistent pattern of brake disc wear across all four corners, with both front and rear discs flagged as worn, pitted, or scored, though never seriously weakened. Front brake pads were below 1.5 mm at the September 2023 failure, and the parking brake fell below minimum efficiency. A buyer should physically inspect the current condition of all brake discs and pads, paying close attention to lipping, scoring, and disc thickness variation. The surface corrosion noted on the underside in 2023 warrants a thorough check of the chassis, cross-members, and suspension mounting points, particularly given the vehicle's age and the potential for standing to accelerate hidden corrosion. The spare wheel retention fault from the June 2025 failure should also be verified as properly secured.