2013 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BV63 EFA

This 2013 Ford Transit passed its most recent MOT on 21 June 2025 at 149,128 miles, but the record reveals a worsening trend in corrosion and mechanical wear that demands careful scrutiny. The latest test flagged corrosion across multiple sills, wheel arches, and a front brake pipe, alongside an advisory for a worn brake pedal and uneven tyre wear. While none of these items caused a failure, their accumulation suggests structural deterioration is progressing and the vehicle may be approaching a point where corrosion could compromise prescribed areas if left unaddressed. The mileage progression is broadly consistent with typical commercial use, rising from 120,370 miles in January 2022 to 149,128 miles by June 2025, an average of roughly 11,500 miles per year. A notable gap exists between the January 2022 test and the June 2023 test, covering nearly 14,500 miles in around seventeen months, which may indicate a period of heavier use or a missed annual test. The record is otherwise well-populated with consecutive annual tests, giving a reliable picture of the vehicle's ongoing condition. The most concerning pattern is the persistent corrosion appearing across multiple test cycles. Rear brake pipe corrosion was flagged in both June 2023 and June 2024, and by June 2025 the corrosion had spread to the front brake pipe, sills, wheel arches, and a rear spring hanger. Brake pipe corrosion covered in grease or other material is a recurring theme that suggests previous repair attempts rather than proper replacement. A buyer should thoroughly inspect all brake lines, particularly at mounting points and where they pass through the chassis, and verify whether corroded sections have been properly replaced or merely treated cosmetically. Suspension wear is also a recurring theme. Worn front lower suspension arm bushes appeared in both the June 2023 failure and the subsequent pass, indicating these components were addressed but may require ongoing attention given the vehicle's age and mileage. The June 2023 failure also revealed multiple wheel bearing issues and a complete power steering failure, all of which were rectified before the pass twelve days later. A prospective buyer should test-drive the vehicle specifically checking for steering vagueness, uneven tyre wear patterns, and any roughness from the wheel bearings, while also inspecting the sills and inner arches closely with a torch for active corrosion or poor-quality repairs.