2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · D17 WAJ

Suspension wear and brake component degradation represent the primary mechanical concerns for this Ford Transit, following its most recent pass on 14 October 2025. The vehicle's history shows a pattern of recurring advisories related to the braking system and front-end suspension, with the latest inspection flagging worn pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms, alongside a binding offside front service brake. While the vehicle has successfully passed its tests since 2020, the emergence of these specific suspension and braking advisories suggests a trend of wear on consumable components that may require closer monitoring or imminent replacement. The recorded mileage of 112,487 miles over approximately nine years indicates an average annual usage of roughly 12,500 miles. For a commercial vehicle like a Transit, this represents a relatively high level of utilization compared to standard passenger car averages, which typically correlates with increased mechanical stress on the drivetrain, suspension linkages, and braking assemblies. This consistent usage pattern explains the frequent advisories regarding component wear, such as the brake disc and tyre issues noted in previous years, as the vehicle has likely been subjected to regular heavy-duty cycles. Prospective buyers should pay particular attention to the front suspension during a test drive to address the advisory regarding worn arm pins or bushes. Listen for any knocking, clunking, or irregular thudding sounds when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps, and check for any instability or wandering in the steering. The advisory regarding the binding offside front brake warrants a physical inspection for uneven tyre wear or excessive heat radiating from that wheel after a short journey. Additionally, the previous advisory concerning a corroded rear brake pipe should be verified to ensure that the issue noted in 2023 has been adequately addressed and that no further structural degradation of the hydraulic lines is present. Further inspection of the braking system is necessary given the history of worn discs and binding calipers. During a test drive, feel for any pedal judder or pulsation when applying the brakes, which can indicate disc irregularities, and check for any pulling to one side when decelerating. The history of a distorted road wheel in 2021 also suggests that the vehicle may have encountered significant road impacts, so a visual inspection of the rim edges for cracks or bends is advisable to ensure structural integrity.