2010 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · CA10 RWX

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of worsening structural and mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 104,888 miles, this followed a significant failure just three weeks prior. The transition from a failure due to structural corrosion on the inner sills and inner wing to a pass indicates that reactive repairs were made to meet minimum standards rather than comprehensive preventative maintenance. The persistence of oil leaks and deteriorated ball joint dust covers suggests the vehicle is reaching a stage where multiple components are failing simultaneously. At 104,888 miles, the Ford Transit has averaged approximately 6,500 miles per year over its sixteen-year life. This low mileage is typical for a commercial vehicle, yet the record shows that low usage has not prevented significant degradation. Between August 2023 and August 2025, the vehicle covered roughly 6,000 miles, yet saw a critical failure involving fractured leaf springs and severe structural corrosion. This indicates that the primary issues are driven by environmental age and lack of mechanical care rather than distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting points. The history consistently flags corrosion on the inner sills and wheel arches, which progressed from not considered excessive to significantly reducing structural strength by the August 2025 failure. It is vital to verify if these areas are structurally sound or merely cosmetic patch-work. Furthermore, the recurring reports of fractured leaf springs, worn brake pipes, and deteriorated ball joints indicate that the entire under-car assembly is likely nearing the end of its service life. The braking system shows a pattern of deferred maintenance, with thin pads and pitted discs noted across multiple years. The tester previously identified excessively corroded brake pipes in 2023, which requires a close inspection to ensure they were actually replaced. Given the inoperative engine management light reported in August 2025, the electronic systems should also be scanned for stored faults to ensure no deeper issues were hidden during the MOT process.