2002 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · CV52 AUT

The 2026‑04‑20 MOT result shows the 2002 Ford Transit is presently roadworthy, having passed with only structural corrosion noted as an advisory; the vehicle’s chassis rigidity remains sufficient despite corrosion within 30 cm of mounting points on both rear sides. This represents a clear improvement over the series of failures recorded in 2023‑2024, indicating a stabilising maintenance trend rather than ongoing decline. Mileage has risen from 125,952 mi in February 2023 to 136,941 mi in April 2026, an accumulation of roughly 11,000 mi over three years, which translates to about 3,600 mi per year—higher than the low average of 5,700 mi per year suggested by the total mileage but still modest for a 24‑year‑old van. The record shows consistent intervals between tests, with no extended periods of inactivity evident in the documentation. A buyer should focus on the recurring structural rust affecting the wheel arches, chassis rails and suspension mounting areas, which has been flagged in multiple tests and may compromise long‑term integrity; close inspection of the suspension bushes, coil springs and mounting brackets for corrosion or binding is essential. The history also records repeated excessive corrosion of brake pipes and instances of binding or fluctuating brakes, so the condition of all brake lines, discs and calipers must be verified, along with the parking brake mechanism and exhaust system for leaks or emissions breaches.