2010 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · DY60 XSN

The most recent MOT test on 2026-04-14 at 194,445 miles resulted in a pass, though the maintenance trend is currently worsening. A binding rear service brake and a worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush appeared alongside a persistent oil leak. The tester flagged the rear brakes as binding in the April 2026 test, a downgrade from the 2025 failure where the brakes were excessively binding. This pattern indicates the braking issue was temporarily addressed but not permanently resolved, as the fault has reoccurred. Accumulating 194,445 miles over 16 years equates to roughly 12,153 miles annually, a high figure for a 2010 commercial vehicle. Between March 2023 at 192,638 miles and April 2024 at 193,231 miles, the Transit covered 5,933 miles. The mileage then jumped to 194,156 miles by April 2025, representing an increase of 925 miles. The most recent year saw a further accumulation of 289 miles. This sporadic accumulation suggests periods of heavy commercial use followed by extended periods of standing. A prospective buyer must inspect the rear braking system and front suspension components closely. The recurring rear brake binding points to sticking calipers or a maladjusted handbrake linkage, necessitating a thorough check of the brake discs and pads for uneven wear. The worn offside front suspension bush will degrade steering precision and requires a physical check for excessive play. The persistent oil leak, flagged consistently since April 2024, demands immediate investigation to pinpoint the source, whether originating from the engine, gearbox, or steering rack. Finally, the damaged windscreen remains a marginal defect that requires monitoring to ensure the crack does not spread and impair the driver's view.