2014 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · BV64 XBK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 155,798 miles passed with only a minor defect regarding an inoperative registration plate lamp. This represents a slight improvement over the February 2024 test where the vehicle failed on multiple safety-critical items. While the vehicle is passing its tests, the recurring nature of mechanical wear suggests that repairs are only addressed once they reach failure thresholds. At 155,798 miles over 12 years, this Transit has covered a high annual average of approximately 13,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent, heavy use, with roughly 12,800 miles clocked between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 10,800 miles in the final year recorded. This high mileage profile for a commercial vehicle places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components, which aligns with the repeated failures noted in the record. A buyer must inspect the front-end assembly closely, as the offside front suspension arm pins and bushes were flagged as worn in both 2023 and 2025. The persistence of this issue suggests the components were not replaced during the intervening intervals. Furthermore, the nearside front drive shaft boot showed a history of deterioration in 2023 followed by a split in 2024; a physical inspection should check for grease leakage or play in the constant velocity joint. Given the history of thin brake pads noted in 2023 and exposed tyre cords in 2024, the current state of the braking system and tyres requires a thorough verification to ensure they are not again nearing immediate replacement.