2011 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · DS61 HCF

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by a significant decline in mechanical standards over recent months. While it passed its most recent MOT in August 2025 at 95,487 miles, this followed a failure just ten days prior where multiple critical defects were identified. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to a series of failures involving brake pipe corrosion, steering components, and lighting issues suggests that the owner is only performing the minimum repairs necessary to pass inspections rather than conducting preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. The vehicle recorded 88,252 miles in November 2023 and 95,487 miles by August 2025, showing a usage of roughly 7,200 miles over twenty months. This relatively low annual mileage has not protected the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by the perishing rubber components and structural corrosion, which often result from long periods of standing rather than high distance traveled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and steering assembly. The record repeatedly flags excessive corrosion on the front and rear brake pipes, which were noted covered in grease, a common tactic used to mask rust from the tester. The offside steering rack gaiter and previous play in the inner joints indicate a high risk of future high-cost steering rack failure. Furthermore, the inner edge wear on the front tyres suggests a significant alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that remain unaddressed despite flagging. The structural integrity of the offside front integral body requires close scrutiny, as the 2023 test identified corrosion in this area. Although it did not reduce rigidity at that time, rust on Transits tends to progress rapidly. Given the recurring issues with cracking rear tyres and a leaking offside hub seal, the vehicle has suffered from neglected basic upkeep, increasing the likelihood that further mechanical faults will emerge shortly after purchase.