2021 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · CP71 FFT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent MOT history reveals a significant lapse in maintenance standards. While the Transit passed its test on 13 March 2026 at 32,571 miles, this followed a comprehensive failure just ten days prior at the same mileage. The trend is concerning, showing a shift from a perfectly clean record in 2025 to a state of multiple safety-critical defects that suggest basic neglect prior to the most recent inspection. At 32,571 miles over five years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 6,500 miles per year, which is consistent with light-use commercial patterns. However, the 5,146 miles covered between the March 2025 test and the March 2026 test show the vehicle was in active use during a period when multiple mechanical and safety failures accumulated. The low mileage does not mask the volume of defects, but rather indicates the vehicle was likely not subjected to routine servicing or preventative checks during this interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres and suspension components. The March 2026 failure flagged multiple tyres with cuts reaching the ply or cords, along with sidewall perishing on the offside rear, indicating poor quality or impact damage. The nearside rear shock absorber also shows external damage to the casing, which should be checked for fluid leaks that would indicate imminent failure. The braking system also requires close attention. The 03 March 2026 failure recorded an inoperative offside parking brake, excessive lever movement, and efficiency below requirements. Although these were rectified for the subsequent pass, the buyer should verify the parking brake holds firmly and is tensioned correctly. Additionally, the lighting alignment and mirror glass should be inspected to ensure the previous repairs were completed to a professional standard.