2007 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · CF07 PKC

The 2007 Ford Transit Connect demonstrates a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT record over the last three years. The most recent test on 20 June 2025 at 185,001 miles passed without recording a single defect or advisory, confirming the vehicle currently meets all structural and mechanical roadworthiness standards. A single failure occurred on 2 June 2023 at 177,476 miles, though the record curiously lists no specific defects for that fail, suggesting an administrative anomaly or an issue rectified immediately before the successful retest the following day. Since that date, the van has passed consecutively with zero faults, indicating diligent upkeep and a resolving trend of any prior minor concerns. The overall mileage of 185,001 miles equates to a typical annual average of roughly 9,737 miles since 2007. Recent usage patterns tell a different story, showing a marked reduction in annual accumulation. Between the May 2022 test at 171,414 miles and the June 2025 test at 185,001 miles, the van covered just 13,587 miles over three years, averaging approximately 4,529 miles annually. This drop from the historical norm suggests lighter, more localized use in its later life, which can introduce its own issues such as battery drain, tyre perishing, and fuel system stagnation from prolonged standing. Despite the clean MOT record, a 19-year-old commercial vehicle demands a rigorous physical inspection. The absence of recorded advisories does not preclude the presence of age-related deterioration. Buyers should thoroughly examine the structural integrity of the chassis and load floor for corrosion, particularly around the sills, wheel arches, and outriggers, as rust remains the primary structural risk for vans of this era. Suspension components, including coil springs and shock absorbers, require close scrutiny for wear and weeping, while brake discs and calipers should be checked for corrosion and binding, a common issue when vehicles cover lower annual mileages and sit stationary for extended periods. Tyre condition warrants attention too; shallow tread or sidewall cracking will fail an MOT regardless of the mechanical health of the vehicle.