2003 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · CW03 LBG

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, showing a clear trend of improvement following a period of significant mechanical concern. The most recent test in July 2024 at 209,603 miles passed with no defects recorded, which mirrors the clean result from July 2023 at 208,188 miles. This stability suggests that the critical structural and mechanical issues identified in previous years have likely been addressed and rectified by the current owner. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 23-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 9,100 miles per year. There is a notable gap in the records between July 2020 and July 2023, during which the vehicle covered roughly 18,000 miles. Since the 2020 failure, the usage has slowed to a steady roughly 6,500 miles per year. This lower annual mileage indicates intermittent use rather than heavy commercial strain, which is generally beneficial for the aging drivetrain components and structural integrity of the chassis. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the nearside rear structure and the rear buck area. The May 2020 failure revealed severe corrosion that significantly reduced the rigidity of the assembly, and the 2019 advisory noted heavy welding repairs hidden under sealant. While the vehicle has passed since then, rust on older Transits often progresses in hidden areas. You should check for any bubbling paint, scaling, or fresh welds in these structural points to ensure the corrosion remains halted. Specific attention should also be paid to the front suspension and braking system. Recurring issues with track rod ends and suspension arm ball joint dust covers appeared between 2019 and 2020. Given the previous report of a nearside rear brake pipe corroded and obscured, inspecting the brake lines for signs of thinning or weeping is essential. Although the recent MOT records suggest these components are functional, the age of the vehicle means rubber bushings and metal lines are prone to sudden failure.