2009 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · CE09 LCY

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a recurring pattern of deferred repairs and escalating component wear. While it passed its most recent MOT in December 2025 at 135,218 miles, this followed a significant failure that highlighted multiple mechanical and safety defects. The trend is reactive rather than proactive, as critical issues such as corroded brake pipes and suspension failures have persisted across several testing cycles, suggesting that the owner only addresses the minimum work required to pass the test rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 17 years of age, the recorded 135,218 miles represent an annual average of approximately 8,000 miles. This usage level is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, yet the data shows a period of relatively high activity between December 2024 and December 2025 where the vehicle covered nearly 7,000 miles in a single year. This rapid accumulation in a short window likely accelerated the deterioration of rubber-based components and suspension hardware, particularly the ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages noted in the history. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and structural corrosion. The tester consistently flagged corroded brake pipes across the rear axle and in the engine bay, which poses a risk of sudden fluid loss if not replaced. Furthermore, the record shows a history of significant suspension failure, including a fractured offside rear leaf spring, worn coil springs, and failing shock absorber bushes. The presence of an inoperative engine management system light in multiple tests also indicates that underlying electrical faults have not been properly diagnosed, which could mask developing engine issues or emissions failures.